itch

What is itch?

itch is a desktop game launcher and library manager for itch.io on macOS. It helps players browse their collection, install purchased or free downloads, keep supported titles up to date, and launch games from one place. The app is aimed at people who use itch.io regularly and want a smoother workflow than downloading builds manually in a browser. It also supports browsing featured content, managing installed items, and working with custom install locations for larger game libraries. On macOS, itch updates itself automatically and keeps your library data available across reinstalls unless you remove its support files. itch is published by itch corp.

Key features

• Browse and open your itch.io library from a desktop app
• Install games and other downloads directly to your Mac
• Update supported app and game installs automatically
• Organize and review owned, installed, and bundled items
• Choose and manage install locations for your library
• Launch installed titles without returning to the website

Safety overview

Status: Safe

This is a legitimate game launcher for itch.io. Network access, local storage use, and background activity for downloads or updates are normal for this type of app. It can access and manage game files you install through it, and removing the app may leave your installed library and support data behind unless you delete those separately. Download it from the official itch.io site and use normal caution when installing games from individual creators.

Recommendation: Keep itch if you use itch.io to install or manage games on your Mac. If you no longer use it, you can remove the app, but you may also want to clean up its library and support folders later if you no longer need installed games or app data.

Common paths

• /Applications/itch.app
• ~/Applications/itch.app

Support paths

• ~/Library/Application Support/itch

Related can I delete pages

• ~/Library/Application Support/itch

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