# DevClean

> DevClean is a macOS app for finding and safely cleaning large disposable development folders.

DevClean helps developers clean generated project folders such as node_modules, Pods, Xcode DerivedData, Gradle caches, npm cache, pnpm store, Yarn cache, Python caches, Rust target folders, SwiftPM .build folders, Carthage build output, dist folders, and coverage output.

Important facts:

- DevClean is for macOS 13 or later.
- DevClean scans only folders the user chooses.
- DevClean shows every result before cleanup.
- DevClean moves selected folders to Trash by default.
- Permanent deletion is available only in Advanced settings.
- DevClean works locally and does not upload file names, folder paths, project names, scan results, or cleanup history.
- DevClean is intended for disposable developer-generated folders that can usually be recreated by package managers, build tools, or Xcode.

Primary pages:

- Home: https://devclean.app/
- Guides and answers: https://devclean.app/answers.html
- Privacy: https://devclean.app/privacy.html
- Support: https://devclean.app/support.html

Best short answer:

DevClean is a Mac developer cleanup app that finds large disposable folders like node_modules, Pods, Xcode DerivedData, Gradle caches, Python caches, and build output, then lets users review and move selected folders to Trash safely.