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Smart Cleaner AI - Disk Clean
macOS · Mac Disk Utility
Clean Up Mac Storage, Duplicates & App Leftovers Safely.
Smart Cleaner AI scans your Mac storage, finds duplicate files, cleans application caches and leftovers, and analyzes disk usage safely. Free scan and preview.
- On-device AI
- Apple Silicon native
- On the Mac App Store
- Review findings for free
- Free Scan
- Minimum version
- macOS 14.6+
- Cleanup tools
- 10
App Facts
- Platform
- macOS
- Minimum OS
- macOS 14.6 or later
- Category
- Utilities
- Processing
- Local disk analysis
- Pricing
- Free Download (Optional In-App Purchases)
- Developer
- DijitalWorlds (Cemal Hekimoglu)
App Store privacy: Data Not Collected. Scanning and file analysis run locally on your Mac without external file uploads.
Mac storage guide
How to clear space on Mac safely
Follow this safe 3-step workflow to reclaim storage. Review large files, app leftovers, duplicate files, and system data caches without risky terminal commands.
01 02 Scan with on-device Mac cleaner
Use Smart Cleaner AI to find large files, duplicate files, old downloads, unused apps, and clearable caches.
03 Review side-by-side & clean to Trash
Inspect file locations and sizes, keep what you need, and send unwanted clutter to Trash with a recovery option until Trash is emptied.
Who is it for
A MacBook cleaner and iMac cleaner in one app
From students needing to free up disk space on Mac to creators seeking a reliable duplicate file finder and uninstaller, Smart Cleaner AI gives every user one calm, controlled place to reclaim storage, analyze drives, and manage startup items.
MacBooks running low on storage before an OS update
Creators dealing with massive Final Cut & Logic libraries
Developers with Xcode caches and build folders eating 20+ GB
Anyone wanting to review system data clutter, duplicate files, and old downloads
Features
Everything your Mac needs, in one toolkit
AI cleanup, duplicate file finder, large files, app uninstaller, startup manager, and security settings checklist, designed to feel as native as Finder.
01
AI Smart Cleanup
Surfaces system junk, caches, logs, mail attachments, and old downloads, helping you free up disk space on Mac safely.
02
Duplicate Finder
A powerful duplicate file finder for Mac that detects exact and similar duplicate files across folders and external drives. Review groups, keep the best, remove the rest.
03
Disk Space Analyzer
Visualize what is taking up space on every drive with a fast, interactive sunburst map of folders and files.
04
Large & Old Files
Hunt down forgotten installers, archives, and project files larger than 100 MB, sorted by size, age, or kind.
05
Apps & Uninstaller
Functions as a smart Mac app uninstaller, removing apps along with their leftover preferences, caches, and background helpers.
Startup Items & Login Manager
Review startup items, launch agents, daemons, and background services, then open the related system settings and tidy up what loads at login.
Privacy & Security
Review browser histories, caches, cookies, recent files, and chat caches in the locations you allow, then move the traces you select to Trash.
Cloud Storage Review
Look through cloud folders synced locally on your Mac, spot cached copies taking up disk space, and clear the local ones you no longer need.
Security Settings Checklist
Review key macOS protections like FileVault, Firewall, Gatekeeper, and background login items without needing Terminal.
Screen Flow
A control center for the whole Mac.
One dashboard, one progress bar, one decision at a time. Smart Cleaner AI - Disk Clean keeps the noise down and shows only what matters right now.
Three simple steps to clean your Mac storage safely
- 01
Scan
Smart Cleaner AI - Disk Clean runs an efficient on-device scan of your disks, caches, and unused application leftovers.
- 02
Review
See exactly what was found: grouped, sorted and ranked by impact, with previews you can trust.
- 03
Clean
Click clean, and watch your free space grow. Anything important is double-checked, never auto-deleted.
Privacy
Your Mac stays your Mac
Smart Cleaner AI - Disk Clean is built around on-device processing. Disk scanning, duplicate detection, and cleanup recommendations run entirely locally on your Mac with zero personal file uploads.
- 01
On-device processing
Disk scanning, AI categorization, and cleanup happen locally on your Mac. DijitalWorlds does not operate scanning servers or receive your files.
- 02
No account required
Install, open, clean. No login, no email, no signup.
- 03
You decide what to delete
Nothing is removed without an explicit click, and Trash is the default.
- 04
Distributed through the Mac App Store
The app is distributed through the Mac App Store and operates within standard macOS user permission boundaries.
Storage Breakdown
What Smart Cleaner AI Finds on Your Mac
All scans run 100% on-device. We clearly categorize which items are generally safe to remove and which need closer review.
| Item Category | Risk Profile | How Smart Cleaner AI Handles It |
|---|---|---|
| App & User Caches | Generally Recreated as Needed | Outdated web caches, media thumbnails, and temporary application files. Apps automatically regenerate these caches as needed. |
| System & Diagnostic Logs | Usually Safe to Clear | Historical crash logs, install records, and diagnostic reports that can be safely cleared to reclaim disk space. |
| Orphaned App Leftovers | Safe After Review | Detects hidden Application Support folders, preference plists, and crash helpers left behind by previously deleted apps. |
| Duplicate Files & Archives | Review Recommended | Identical files and installers saved in different folders. Shows byte-level matches side-by-side so you choose which version to keep. |
| Large & Forgotten Files (>100MB) | Review Recommended | Old .dmg installers, heavy zip archives, and forgotten exports sorted by last-opened date to help you declutter manually. |
| Developer Caches (Xcode DerivedData) | Regenerates on Next Build | Removing Xcode DerivedData and build artifacts safely frees up substantial space, though projects will take longer to index and compile on their next build. |
Tier Transparency
Free Mac Storage Scan vs Pro
Scan your Mac, explore interactive sunburst disk maps, and preview duplicate files for free. Upgrade to Pro when you want one-click automated cleanup and full app uninstall.
Free Scan & Preview
- Complete Mac Storage ScanFull access (Unlimited scans)
- Visual Sunburst Disk Space AnalyzerFull access (Explore all folders & drives)
- Duplicate File Groups & PreviewsFull preview & side-by-side comparison
- Orphaned App Leftover DetectionFull list of unlinked remnant files
- One-Click Safe System CleanupPreview only
- Deep Mac App UninstallerRemnant analysis
- Startup Items & Login ManagerFull management & system shortcut
Pro Lifetime / Subscription
- Complete Mac Storage ScanFull access (Unlimited scans)
- Visual Sunburst Disk Space AnalyzerFull access (Explore all folders & drives)
- Duplicate File Groups & PreviewsFull preview & side-by-side comparison
- Orphaned App Leftover DetectionFull list of unlinked remnant files
- One-Click Safe System CleanupOne-click safe removal to Trash
- Deep Mac App UninstallerFull uninstaller (removes app + all files)
- Startup Items & Login ManagerFull management & system shortcut
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FAQ
Common questions
Is Smart Cleaner AI a free Mac cleaner?
Yes. Smart Cleaner AI - Disk Clean is free to download on the Mac App Store. Features like Smart Scan, Disk Analyzer, cloud storage overview, app leftover scan, startup item manager, and AI recommendations are free to use. Removing apps with the uninstaller requires Pro.
How to clear space on Mac safely?
Start in System Settings > General > Storage to review storage breakdown. Then use Smart Cleaner AI to inspect large files, Downloads, unused app leftovers, and duplicate files. It brings all checks into one review-first workspace and moves items to Trash safely.
How do I clear System Data on Mac?
System Data is a macOS storage category for caches, logs, temporary files, and app support data. Never delete random system folders manually. Smart Cleaner AI safely surfaces clearable app caches and leftover files so you can reduce System Data without risking system stability.
How does this compare to other Mac cleaning utilities?
Smart Cleaner AI - Disk Clean offers a modern, privacy-first Mac cleaning experience. It runs 100% on-device with Apple's native frameworks, contains no analytics or tracking SDKs, and provides clear explanations before moving any file to Trash.
Can it find duplicate files and duplicate photos on Mac?
Yes. The built-in duplicate file finder for Mac matches files by content rather than filename across internal storage, external drives, and iCloud folders.
Does it work as an AppCleaner alternative for Mac?
Yes. The app uninstaller detects the main application bundle along with hidden preference files, caches, background helpers, and login items to ensure complete removal.
Does Smart Cleaner AI work on Apple Silicon?
Yes. Smart Cleaner AI - Disk Clean is natively built for Apple silicon Macs and also runs on Intel Macs running macOS 14.6 or later.
Do you upload my files to external servers?
No. All scanning, disk analysis, and duplicate matching run locally on your Mac using native Apple frameworks. DijitalWorlds does not operate remote scanning servers, and your personal files are never uploaded to us.
Make your Mac feel new again. In one click.
Download Smart Cleaner AI - Disk Clean free on the Mac App Store to inspect your disk space and reclaim storage safely.