TrashMe 3
TrashMe 3 is a macOS uninstaller and cleanup utility that helps remove apps along with related files and manage common maintenance tasks.
What is TrashMe 3?
TrashMe 3 is a native macOS utility for uninstalling apps and cleaning related files that are often left behind after a standard drag-to-Trash removal. It is designed for Mac users who want more control over app removal, storage cleanup, and basic maintenance from one place. The app can scan for associated support files, preferences, and other leftovers so you can remove an application more completely. It also includes tools for checking application updates and offers extra maintenance features such as cache cleanup and optional extensions for monitoring and quick actions. TrashMe 3 is published by jibapps and is used on Mac workflows where users regularly install, test, and remove software.
Key features
- Uninstall apps and review related files before removal
- Find leftover support files and preferences linked to removed apps
- Check for available updates for installed Mac apps
- Clean caches and other removable clutter from the Mac
- Use drag and drop to send apps to the uninstaller
- Add optional menu bar tools for quick cleanup and monitoring
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Safety overview
Status: Mostly safe
TrashMe 3 is a cleanup and uninstaller tool, so it is expected to access application lists and remove files you choose. Some actions may request elevated privileges when deleting protected files, which is consistent with its purpose but increases the impact of mistakes if the wrong items are selected. Review anything marked for deletion before confirming, especially files in Library folders that may still be used by apps you keep. The Mac App Store edition has feature limits imposed by Apple, so behavior can differ from the direct version.
Recommendation: Keep TrashMe 3 if you use it to fully remove apps or clean up leftover files on your Mac. If you do not use uninstall utilities or prefer manual cleanup, you can remove it without affecting macOS itself, though you may lose its saved settings and any optional monitoring tools.
Common paths
/Applications/TrashMe 3.app
Cache paths
~/Library/Caches/com.jibapps.TrashMe3
Support paths
~/Library/Application Support/TrashMe 3~/Library/Group Containers/85Y258L5RV.com.jibapps.TrashMe3
Preference paths
~/Library/Preferences/com.jibapps.TrashMe3.plist
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