Previously Relocated Items
A macOS folder that stores reports and copies of files moved during some system upgrades or migrations.
What is Previously Relocated Items?
Previously Relocated Items is a folder created by macOS, typically in /Users/Shared, after certain major updates or migrations. It usually contains a PDF report and, in some cases, copies of files or settings that macOS moved because they were no longer expected in their original locations or could not be safely integrated during the update process. People usually notice it after upgrading macOS and wonder why it appeared on the Mac.
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Safety overview
Status: Use with caution
This folder is generally not an active app component, but its contents may include older configuration files or relocated data that could be useful for troubleshooting or reference. Deleting it usually does not affect normal macOS operation, but you could lose access to information about what was moved during an update.
Recommendation: Open the folder and review its contents before doing anything. If it only contains a relocation report or old copies you no longer need, it is usually optional to keep. If it contains files you do not recognize, keep them until you confirm they are not needed by an older workflow, customization, or third-party software.
File path
/Users/Shared/Previously Relocated Items
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