Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about mcCleaner.
Is mcCleaner really free?
Yes! mcCleaner is 100% free. No hidden costs, no subscriptions, no premium tiers.
Is it safe to use?
mcCleaner moves files to Trash instead of permanently deleting them. You can always recover deleted files. System-critical caches are protected and never touched.
What developer tools are supported?
mcCleaner supports 19+ developer tools including npm, Yarn, pnpm, pip, Conda, RubyGems, CocoaPods, Cargo, Go, Gradle, Maven, NuGet, Homebrew, Docker, Xcode, Flutter/Dart, Composer, Android SDK, and Visual Studio.
Does it work on Windows?
Yes! mcCleaner supports both macOS (Apple Silicon and Intel) and Windows (x64). The same features work across both platforms.
How is it different from CleanMyMac?
Unlike CleanMyMac (which costs $39.95/year), mcCleaner is completely free. It also includes developer tools cleaning, which CleanMyMac doesn't offer.
Will it slow down my Mac?
No. mcCleaner runs only when you use it and doesn't install any background services. It uses minimal system resources.
How do I report bugs?
You can report issues on our GitHub repository. We actively review and fix reported bugs.
Does it support automatic updates?
Yes! mcCleaner includes built-in auto-update functionality. You'll be notified when a new version is available.