ZXPInstaller
ZXPInstaller is a macOS utility for installing .zxp Adobe extensions with a simple drag-and-drop interface.
What is ZXPInstaller?
ZXPInstaller is a utility app for macOS and Windows that helps users install third-party Adobe extensions packaged as .zxp files. It is designed for people who work with Adobe creative apps and need a straightforward way to add extensions outside the usual marketplace flow. The app focuses on one main job: taking a .zxp file and installing it through a simple drag-and-drop interface. It does not manage, update, or uninstall extensions after installation, so it is best used as a focused installer rather than a full extension manager. Users commonly encounter it when setting up plugins, panels, or workflow add-ons for Adobe software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, or After Effects. ZXPInstaller is maintained as an open source project and is best suited to users who already know which extension package they want to install.
Key features
- Install .zxp Adobe extensions by dragging files into the app
- Provide a simple graphical installer for third-party Adobe extensions
- Work on both macOS and Windows for cross-platform extension setup
- Offer a lightweight alternative to older Adobe extension installation tools
- Focus on installing extensions without adding library management features
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Safety overview
Status: Mostly safe
ZXPInstaller is a legitimate utility for installing Adobe extension packages, and its behavior is consistent with that purpose. The main practical risk is the extension package you choose to install, because a .zxp file can add third-party code or panels to Adobe apps. Use it with trusted extension sources, and check that the app you open is the expected ZXPInstaller from zxpinstaller.com rather than an unrelated Electron app with a similar name.
Recommendation: Keep ZXPInstaller if you install Adobe extensions manually or occasionally work with .zxp files. If you no longer use Adobe extension packages, you can remove it without affecting macOS itself, though any installed Adobe extensions will need other methods for future updates or reinstalls.
Common paths
/Applications/ZXPInstaller.app
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