<summary>**Summary**: In this article, you will learn what cache is on your Mac and how to clear the caches from macOS, applications, and browsers such as Safari, Chrome, and Firefox.</summary>

Caches are files that your Mac creates when you browse websites and use applications. They are supposed to [speed up your Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/speed-up-mac-monterey). But if you don't clean them often. Over time, they will pile up and take up huge storage space, making your Mac run slower than it should. In this article, we'll first explain what cache is on your Mac, why you should empty it, and then give you details on how to clear caches from the system, applications, and popular browsers.

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:a[How to Clear the Other Storage on Mac]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/clear-other-storage-mac'}

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## What is Cache on Mac

A cache is a type of temporary memory used to collect temporary data to help your system, browser, and applications load faster in the future. For example, when you browse a website, your browser downloads HTML files, images, videos, Java scripts, etc. and stores them in a cache folder. Next time you visit the site again, your browser will load the data through the stored cache files without connecting to the network. 

Common cache files include system cache, application cache, and browser cache.

### Why Should You Clear Cache on Mac?

Caches can speed things up on your Mac. However, too many of them will not only take up a lot of your valuable storage space but also degrade your Mac performance. Therefore, it is necessary for you to clean them once in a while. Deleting the cache has many benefits, such as [freeing up storage space](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac), correcting webpage errors, preventing tracking by malware and third-party software, forcibly deleting outdated content in applications, and so on.

### Is It Safe to Delete Cache Files on Mac?

It is generally safe to delete cache files from the system folder (/Library/Caches) and the user folder (~/Library/Caches). However, some applications may store important files in their cache folders. Please be careful when you delete application cache on Mac.


## How to Quickly Clear Cache Files on Mac 

It is really time-consuming to manually delete caches in the system, applications, and browsers. But if you have [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/)  in hand, deleting the cache files on your Mac is no longer time-taking. BuhoCleaner is one of the [best cleaners](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-mac-cleaner-software) for macOS Monterey, Big Sur, and Catalina. It allows you to remove cached files from the system, applications, and browsers in seconds. 

![Clear Caches on Mac With One Click](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_cache_files_mac_d91002033c_d7418fcd51.png)

You don't need to be a Mac guru, just install it on your Mac. After installation, launch it, click the Scan button, and it will detect all cache files on your Mac. If you trust the Smart Selection option, click the Remove button directly. Otherwise, click the View Details button to select the files you want to keep or delete manually.

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## How to Manually Clear System Cache on Mac

The macOS caches do not take up much storage space. Some of the cache files are critical to your system, and clearing them may cause problems with your system. If you still insist on clearing your system cache, we strongly recommend that you [back up](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201250) your system files first. 

1. On the Finder window, press Shift-Command-G to open the Go to the Folder window.
2. Type in **/Library/Caches/** and then click the Go button.
3. Delete the files in each subfolder.
4. Empty your Trash.

    ![How to Clear System Cache on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clear_system_cache_d9aa7c169b.png)
    
## How to Manually Clear Web Browser Cache on Mac

It's not difficult to clear browser caches on Mac. But one thing you should know is that once you delete the browser caches, when you revisit a page, Mac needs time to re-download the page from the Internet, and you may feel that the browser is slower than before. Therefore, if you are not clearing browser caches for storage purposes, you can leave them alone.

### How to Clear Cache in Safari on Mac

1. Launch Safari browser.
2. Click the Safari menu > Preferences > Advanced tab.
2. Select the box next to the Show Develop menu in the menu bar.
3. Go back to the Safari menu, click the Develop menu and select Empty Caches.
    ![How to Clear Safari Cache on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/how_to_clear_safari_cache_on_mac_f796022bea.png)

Alternatively, you can quickly [clear cache in Safari](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/clear-cache-in-safari) with shortcuts: Command-Option-E.

### How to Clear Cache in Chrome on Mac

1. Launch Chrome browser.
2. Click the three-dot menu in the right corner of the Chrome window.
3. Hover your mouse over More Tools and select Clear Browsing Data.
4. Choose a time range in the new pop-out window and check the boxes next to Cookies and other sites data and Cached images and files.
5. Click the blue Clear data button.

    ![How to Clear Chrome Cache on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/how_to_clear_chrome_cache_on_mac_edcd056df9.png)

### How to Clear Cache in Firefox on Mac

1. On your Mac, open Firefox.
2. Click the Firefox icon in the menu bar and select Preferences.
3. Click the Privacy and Security
4. Scroll down to Cookies and Site Data and click the Clear Data button.
5. Uncheck the box next to Cookies and Site Data and click the Clear button.
6. Close the about:preferences page.
    ![How to Clear Firefox Cache on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/how_to_clear_firefox_cache_on_mac_4cddd34231.png)


Related Article: [How to Flush DNS Cache in macOS Monterey, Big Sur & Earlier](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/flush-dns-cache-on-mac)

## How to Manually Clear Application Cache on Mac

Application caches are stored in the user's library folder. Although they take up much more storage space than the system cache, there is still no need to clear them unless you are experiencing application errors or are running out of storage space. If you do want to clear the application cache, follow the steps below.

1. Open a Finder window and press Shift-Command-G to open the Go to Folder window.
2. Type ~/Library/Caches in the blank box, click the Go button, and you will see the caches of all applications.
3. Find the folder of the app whose cache you want to delete.
4. Go into it, delete all its files, and then empty the trash.
   ![How to Clear Application Cache on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/how_to_clear_application_cache_on_mac_313e1213ea.png)

<note notetype='Note'>In case you delete some important files by mistake, [back up](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/back-up-mac) the caches you want to delete first.</note>

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

Now you know how to clear your system cache, application cache, and browser cache on your Mac. Please keep in mind that if you're not sure whether you can delete a cache file, you'd better keep it untouched.

Actually, using BuhoCleaner to clear cache files is your best bet. It's risk-free and time-saving. Have a try now.





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How to Clear Cache on macOS Monterey and Big Sur

Caches are files that your Mac creates when you browse websites and use applications. They are supposed to speed up your Mac. But if you don't clean them often. Over time, they will pile up and take up huge storage space, making your Mac run slower than it should. In this article, we'll first explain what cache is on your Mac, why you should clear it, and then give you details on how to clear caches from macOS, applications, and browsers.

<summary>**Summary**: In this article, you will learn how to fix the issue that Mac Trash won't empty. </summary>

The files in the Trash are not completely removed from your Mac, and they're still using your storage space. When you finally decide to empty the Trash, your Mac says that your operation couldn't be completed. 

Wondering why the problem occurs and how to fix it? Keep reading this blog, and you will find all the answers you want.

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:a[How to Clear the System Data Storage on macOS Monterey]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/clear-system-storage-mac'}

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## Why Can't I Empty the Trash on Mac?
The reason why your Mac won't empty Trash varies. The most common ones are:

* The file is in use.
* Your disk is full.
* The file is locked.
* Disk permissions are corrupted.

## How to Force Empty Trash via Terminal

It's frustrating to be unable to empty the Trash on Mac. Fortunately, there is a quick way to solve this problem: to use Terminal to force clear the Trash. But please note that this method will completely delete the files and cannot be recovered. You'd better recheck the files you want to get rid of before actually deleting them.
1. Open Terminal via Spotlight or Launchpad.
2. In the Terminal, type the command: `sudo rm` followed by a space, drag the files in the Trash to the Terminal, and press the Return key. (Replace `sudo rm` with `sudo rm -rf` if you want to delete folders.)
3. Enter in your administrator password and press Return again.
   ![Force Empty Trash with Terminal](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/force_empty_trash_mac_824dcdf81f.png)
   
   
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Forcibly emptying the Trash with the Terminal is risky. The best way to fix the problem of Trash not emptying is to better understand the causes and fix them accordingly. Let's take a look now.

## How to Fix “Mac Trash Won't  Empty Because File in Use”
If you failed to clear Trash because some of the files inside are in use, you should quit the applications or processes using the files you want to delete. Here's what you can do:

### Restart your Mac

The most straightforward way is to restart your Mac. Restarting your Mac will close the applications occupying the files, which will help you empty the Trash.

### Use Safe Mode

If you're still unable to empty the Trash, you can use Mac Safe Mode to fix the problem. 
Safe Mode can fix various problems with your Mac. When you start your Mac in Safe Mode, some unnecessary programs are blocked from launching. Also, cache files and temporary files are cleaned up in Safe Mode.

**How to Boot Your Mac in Safe Mode:**

1. Shut down your Mac.
2. Start your Mac, press and hold the Shift key until you see the Login in window.
3. Log in to your Mac. (You may be asked to log in again. You can see “Safe Boot” in the upper-right corner of your login window.)

![Boot in Mac Safe Mode](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/boot_in_safe_mode_mac_cd5fba2adb.png)

4. Right click the Trash icon in the Dock and choose Empty Trash.
5. Restart your Mac normally.

Related Article: [How to Completely Delete Files on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/delete-files-on-mac) 

## How to Fix “Can't Empty Trash Because Disk is Full”

Every task and action on your Mac needs space to perform. If you get the message that the disk is full, all your operations on your Mac may fail. Therefore, the key to successfully cleaning the Trash is to free up disk space. 

### Clear Disk Space

Indeed, you can move some unused files to an external drive to free up space. However, if you don't have an external drive nearby, you can use the shortcut **Command + Option + Delete** to delete files bypass the Trash.

Too time-consuming? Here's a handy tool, [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/), for you. As one of the best Mac cleaning and optimization software, BuhoCleaner can clean and speed up your Mac with a few clicks. What it can do for you includes system junk cleaning, Trash emptying, [app uninstallation](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/uninstall-apps-mac), duplicate file and large file removal, startup items management, and more. Moreover, all its deletions bypass the Trash.

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![Quickly Clean up Disk with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clean_up_disk_with_buhocleaner_15dee9f809.png)

Related Article: [How to Free Up Disk Space on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac) 

### Repair Your Disk

Still can't empty the Trash even though there is free space? Then the reason may be that your disk has some issues. In this case, you can use the First Aid function in Disk Utility to run a test. However, if you want to repair disk issues, you need to restart your Mac in macOS Recovery Mode.

**Here's How to Repair a Disk:**

1. Restart your Mac.
2. Immediately press and hold the Command + R keys until the macOS Utilities window appears. 
3. In the macOS Utilities window, select Disk Utility, and then Continue. 
   ![Open Disk Utility in macOS Recovery Mode](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/mac_recovery_disk_b7bb512a10.png)
4. Select the disk where you want to delete the files and click the First Aid tab > Run. If there is no Run button, click the Repair Disk button instead. 
   ![Repair Disk in macOS Recovery Mode](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/repair_disk_macos_recovery_mode_7c4a1d14f1.png)
5. When all done, quit Disk Utility, restart your Mac and try to empty your Trash.

## How to Fix “Mac Trash Won't Empty Because File is Locked” 

As we mentioned earlier, a locked file may also prevent you from emptying the Trash. Follow the steps below to unlock the files you want to delete first.

1. Locate the locked file you can't delete.
2. Control-click it and choose Get Info.
3. Uncheck the Locked box.
![Unlock Files on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/unlock_file_mac_9ba9254f8b.png)
4. Empty your Trash.

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

Hopefully, you have successfully cleaned the Trash by using the above methods. If the problem still exists, you may need to [format your disk](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208496) and reinstall your operating system or have your hard drive checked for damage.

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Can't Empty Trash on Mac? Here's How to Fix It 

The files in the Trash are not completely removed from your Mac, and they're still using your storage space. When you finally decide to empty the Trash, your Mac says that your operation couldn't be completed. 
Wondering why the problem occurs and how to fix it? Keep reading this blog, and you will find all the answers you want.

Mac Trash Won't Empty? Here's the Fix

:summary[**Summary**: Is your Mac running slowly after upgrading to macOS Monterey? Wondering how to fix it? Check out this blog, and you will find 10 proven ways to speed it up.]

macOS Monterey has more features and a better user experience than previous versions. Typically, when you upgrade your Mac to the latest macOS Monterey, it will run faster. But that may not be the case. You may find that your Mac is slower than before. Don't want to [downgrade macOS Monterey](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/downgrade-macos) to Big Sur or an older version? There are some things you can do to speed up macOS Monterey.

Let's take a closer look now.

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:alsoread[[Mac Won't Connect to Wi-Fi? Here's How to Fix It](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/fix-mac-won't-connect-wifi)]


## Why Is Your Mac Slow After Upgrading to macOS Monterey?

Before we introduce you to ways to speed up macOS Monterey, let's take a look at why your Mac is slow. Here are some of the reasons:

- You are out of memory.
- Your disk is full or almost full.
- Your desktop is full of icons.
- There are too many startup programs.
- Some apps are not compatible.
- You have opened many browser tabs.

## How to Speed Up Mac（macOS Monterey)

Now that we know the reasons behind a slow Mac (macOS Monterey), the next thing we need to do is optimize it according to these possible reasons.  

### Kill Memory-Hungry Processes

Applications tend to run slowly when there is not enough memory space available. Programs such as Photoshop, Final Cut Pro and Chrome use a lot of memory. If you're running them, quit them to see if your macOS Monterey runs faster.

To check what apps are taking the most memory, you can use Activity Monitor. Here are the steps:

1. Open a Finder window, click the Go menu in Finder, and select Utilities.
2. Click Activity Monitor, and it will show you all the processes on your Mac.
3. Before doing anything, go to the menu bar at the top of the screen and click View> Window Process and then return to the Activity Monitor.
4. Click the Memory tab, and you'll find which apps are using the most memory space.
5. Highlight the memory-intensive app process and click the Stop button.

![Kill Memory Hogging Processes](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/kill_memory_hogging_process_dc9bd40c29_59c7a3ffb1.png)

### Clean up Junk Files

Typically, the macOS Monterey needs up to 60 GB of space to run normally. [Insufficient storage space](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac) is the main reason why your Mac runs slowly. When you are surfing the Internet, watching streaming videos, playing games on your Mac, various caches, logs, and junks will be created on your Mac. Over time, these files pile up and take up a lot of your precious storage space.

To free up disk space, you can clean up your Mac storage manually or automatically. But be honest, the manual method is tedious and time-consuming. If you don't know much about Macs, we recommend you to use a third-party tool like [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/) to do the job for you. BuhoCleaner is one of the best Mac cleaning utilities. It allows you to clear cache junks from the system, users, and apps in a couple of clicks. 

<group><linkbutton href='/buhocleaner/download' prefix='download'>Free Download</linkbutton></group>

![Speed up macOS Monterey - Clear Junk Files on Mac Quickly](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/flash_clean_2db09f6647.png)



1. Download, install, and launch BuhoCleaner.
2. Click the Scan button.
3. A few seconds later, you will find all the junk files on your Mac. 
4. Tick the files you want to delete and click the Remove button.

![Speed up macOS Monterey - Remove Junk Files on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/buhocleaner_23f4c5b419_c0c69200e6.png)


### Remove Unwanted Apps

Another way to speed up macOS Monterey is to uninstall the programs you no longer use and the apps not compatible with your macOS Monterey.

The fastest way to remove apps is to use BuhoCleaner. Its built-in app uninstall feature can help you uninstall any unwanted apps quickly and completely.

1. [Download](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner/download) and install the app on your Mac.
2. Launch it, click App Uninstall in the sidebar, and click the Scan button.
3. Check the boxes next to the apps you don't need and click the Remove button.

![Speed up macOS Monterey - Remove Unwanted Apps](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clear_cache_junks_ab173ef2c4.png)

If you prefer to remove apps manually, you can go to the Applications folder in Finder, locate the apps you want to uninstall, and drag them to the Trash. Please note that you still need to find their associated files in the **Library** folder to uninstall them completely. Refer to [How to Remove Leftovers of Apps on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/remove-leftover-files-mac) for more details.

### Remove Unnecessary Startup Programs

Too many auto-start programs will make your Mac boot slowly. It's a good idea to delete or disable those unnecessary startup items.

1. Click the Apple menu and select System Preferences.
2. Click User & Groups > Login Items.
3. From the Login Items list, select the app you don't want to launch when you log in to your Mac and click the minus button below the list.

![Disable Login Items on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/disable_login_items_3d73e05e62_87f905f1ce.png)

Read Also: [How to Disable Startup Items on Your Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/disable-startup-items-mac)


### Reduce Visual Effects

Minimizing the visual effects will help speed up macOS Monterey to some extent. Follow the steps below:

1. Click the Apple icon > System Preferences > Dock & Menu Bar.
2. Untick the following boxes: Animate opening applications and Automatically hide and show the Dock.
3. Click on Minimize windows using and change Genie effect to Scale effect.

![Speed up macOS Monterey - Reduce Visual Effects](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/reduce_visual_effects_7f76de4ab6.png)

### Remove Browser Extensions/Add-ons

Browser extensions can make our experience on Safari, Chrome, Firefox, and other browsers more personalized and convenient. However, they can also reduce the performance of the browser. Thus, it's necessary to delete unneeded add-ons from time to time. 

Here's how to remove extensions from Safari, Chrome, and Firefox.

**Safari**

1. Launch Safari browser.
2. Click Safari in the menu bar, select Preferences, and click on the Extensions tab.
3. To turn off an extension, deselect its checkbox.
4. To remove an extension, select it and click the Uninstall button.

![Speed up macOS Monterey - Remove Safari Extensions](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/remove_safari_extensions_43c9d86090.png)

**Chrome**

1. Launch Google Chrome browser.
2. Click the three-dot menu in the top right corner of your browser window.
3. Hover your mouse over More Tools and click Extensions. You'll see all the extensions added to your Chrome.
4. To disable an extension, click its blue slider.
5. To uninstall an extension, click the Remove button on it and confirm your removal.

![Speed up macOS Monterey - Delete Chrome Extensions](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_chrome_extensions_5c306d16eb.png)

**Firefox**

1. Launch the Firefox browser.
2. Right-click on the add-on you want to delete and select Remove Extension. 
3. Confirm the window pop out and click the Remove button.

![Speed up macOS Monterey - Remove Firefox Add-ons](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/remove_firefox_extensions_11eebe22bd.png)
### Close Unused Browser Tabs

Browser tabs also take up your precious memory space. You may find that your memory usage is over 500 megabytes when you have only a few browser tabs open. 

To avoid running out of memory space and causing applications to become unresponsive, you'd better close unused tabs timely.

### Reduce Desktop Clutter

Every icon on the Mac desktop is an active window. The more icons on your desktop, the more pressure on your memory. 

MacOS has a built-in feature to organize your Desktop. Just right-click on desktop and choose Use Stacks.

### Restart Your Mac 

Although Mac's hardware and operating system are designed to work for long periods without rebooting, the longer you run them, the more fragmented your computer's memory becomes and the more problems can occur. 

It is necessary for you to restart your Mac periodically.

### Reset PRAM/NVRAM

PRAM (Parameter RAM) or NVRAM (Nonvolatile Random Access Memory) stores the Preference settings of your Mac, such as startup disk, time, date, mouse, sound volume, and more. It's called NVRAM on Macs with Intel processors and PRAM on older PowerPC model Macs.

Resetting PRAM/NVRAM can solve various problems with your Mac, including memory issues, network connection problems, slow Mac, keyboard not responding, etc. 

Here are the steps:

1. Turn off your Mac. 
2. Press the Power button to turn on your Mac and immediately press and hold the Option + Command + P + R keys. 
3. 20 seconds later, release the keys. (Your Mac may reboot during this time.)
4. Check if your Mac runs normally.

![Reset NVRAM](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/reset_nvram_d083895a21.png)


## Conclusion

Hopefully, your macOS Monterey is working normally after trying the above methods. If it is still slow, don't hesitate to try these methods, such as [reindexing Spotlight](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/rebuild-spotlight-index), resetting SMC, increasing memory, upgrading Mac hardware, etc. 

If this article works for you, please don't forget to share it with your friends.


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macOS Monterey Slow? 10 Ways to Speed It Up

macOS Monterey has more features and a better user experience than previous macOS versions. Usually, when you upgrade macOS to Monterey, your Mac will run faster. But that may not be the case. You may find that your macOS Monterey is slower than before. Don't want to downgrade macOS Monterey to Big Sur or an older version? There are some things you can do to speed it up.

In this article, we will introduce you to 10 ways to speed up macOS Monterrey.

macOS Monterey Slow? 10 Ways to Make It Run Faster

<summary>**Summary**: From this blog post, you will get to know five of the best free duplicate file finders for Mac.</summary>

Did you know how many duplicate files you have on your Mac? You might be surprised by their numbers. Finding them is not an easy task. But thanks to third-party duplicate file finders, now you can easily find and delete all duplicate files in every folder on your Mac.

There is a number of duplicate finding tools on the Internet. Here, we've compiled the top 5 free ones for you. Let's take a closer look at their pros and cons so as to help you find the best one for you.

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:::alsoread

:a[Top 7 Best Free and Paid Mac Cleaners in 2022]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-mac-cleaner-software'}

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## 1. [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/)

At the top of our list is BuhoCleaner, a free and easy-to-use duplicate file finder. It helps you quickly find and delete [duplicate photos](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/find-and-delete-duplicate-photos-mac), songs, documents, archives, and other files on your Mac. The finder supports multiple languages, such as English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, German, etc.

![Best Free Duplicate File Finders for Mac - Buhocleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/duplicate_file_finder_buhocleaner_ffba78379a.png)

You can scan any folder on your Mac. Once the scan is complete, you can see the results have been divided into various categories, such as folders, music, videos, images, documents, archives, and more. 

Besides, BuhoCleaner has a built-in smart selection tool that allows you to select and remove duplicate files in seconds. All you need to do is tick the Smart Select option in the Select Duplicates menu and click the Remove button. 

**Pros**:

- Free and super easy to use.
- Fast scanning speed.
- Can find duplicates in all folders.
- Supports smart selection of all duplicates.
- Quickly preview duplicate files.
- Supports scanning multiple folders at the same time.
- Comes with more cleanup features.

**Cons**:

- The Smart Delete feature avaible to paid users only.

<group><linkbutton href='/buhocleaner/download' prefix='download'>Download for Free Now</linkbutton></group>

## 2. Disk Drill

Disk Drill is initially designed to be a Mac data recovery software for macOS X, but it also has free tools like duplicate file finder.

With its duplicate file finding feature, you can easily find and delete duplicate files on internal and external drives.

![Best Free Duplicate File Finders for Mac - Disk Drill](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/disk_drill_5f71d62fa6.png)

**Pros**:

- Free to use.
- Allows you to scan multiple folders at once.
- Quickly locate the duplicate files.

**Cons**:

- Slow scanning speed.
- Uneasy to preview duplicates.

## 3. dupeGuru

dupeGuru is another handy duplicate file finder. What makes it special is that it's totally free to use and open-source. No matter what operating systems you're using, as long as you have it installed, you'll be able to find duplicates by filename, content, tags, and folders. However, the tool can't handle the duplicates in Photo Library.

![Best Free Duplicate File Finders for Mac - dupeGuru](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/dupeguru_d3f1687d81.png)

**Pros**:

- Free and open-source.
- Can filter the scan results.
- Allows you to ignore the scan results.

**Cons**:

- Double-click to preview duplicate files.
- Not accurate enough.

## 4. Easy Duplicate Finder

Easy Duplicate Finder can help you efficiently find duplicate files on internal and external drives, delete them, and free up storage space. It provides you with simple and advanced modes to find duplicate files. After the scanning process is complete, you can choose to delete duplicate files with one click automatically. But if you are worried about deleting some duplicate files by mistake, you can also manually view the duplicate files and decide which files to delete.

![Best Free Duplicate File Finders for Mac - Easy Duplicate Finder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/easy_duplicate_finder_3eca12840f.png)

**Pros**:

- User-friendly interface.
- Supports auto removal.
- Supports two models to look for duplicates.

**Cons**:

- You can only remove up to 10 duplicate files for free.

## 5. Duplicate Files Fixer

The last one is Duplicate File Fixer. It has a wide range of tools that allow you to easily detect all exact or similar duplicate files on your Mac and external storage. The best part of this program is that if you find that you have deleted a file by mistake, you can easily recover it.

![Best Free Duplicate File Finders for Mac - Duplicate Files Fixer](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/duplicate_files_fixer_fd8a3f21bc.png)

**Pros**:

- Supports scanning internal & external storage.
- Automatically marks scanned duplicates.
- Recover deleted duplicates.

**Cons**:

- Limited features with the free version.

## Conclusion

All these free duplicate file finders can help you find and delete unwanted duplicate files on Mac easily. But they all have their advantages and disadvantages, so just choose according to your needs.

In terms of ease of use and accuracy, we recommend you to use BuhoCleaner, which also comes with additional cleanup features that will enable you to [free up disk space](https://www.drbuho.com/mac-cleaner/how-to-free-up-disk-space-on-your-mac) to a great extent. Go ahead and try it out yourself.

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5 Best Free Duplicate File Finder for Mac in 2022

Duplicate files can take up a lot of our valuable storage space. When we are running out of space, removing these duplicates may be a must-do. Although we can search and clean them manually, the process is tedious and time-consuming. Thanks to a duplicate file finder, we can easily find and delete all duplicate photos, songs, folders, documents, and other files on Mac. So, which duplicate file finders are worth a try?

In this article, we have compiled 5 of the best free duplicate file finders for Mac for you. Let's take a look at them together.

Top 5 Best Free Duplicate File Finders for Mac in 2022

<summary>**Summary**: If you are looking for ways to completely uninstall Kaspersky Internet Security from your Mac, you've just come to the right place. Here, you will find 3 ways to get that done. </summary>

Kaspersky Internet Security is one of the best antivirus software for Mac. But if you don't like it or have found a better alternative and want to remove it from your Mac, keep reading this blog, and we will show you how to get rid of it properly in 3 ways.

Let's get started.

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:a[How to Clear the System Data Storage on Mac]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/clear-system-storage-mac'}

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## What is Kaspersky and Why Remove It

Kaspersky is a widely-used security suite. It can prevent your Mac from getting infected with malware, adware and viruses.

A lot of reasons might make you want to uninstall it from your Mac. Here are some of the most common ones.
- You found a better alternative.
- It consumes a lot of system resources.
- It conflicts with other applications or software.

Whatever your reason, if you want to get rid of it completely, read on to learn how.

## How to Remove Kaspersky on Mac with Its Menu

Kaspersky Internet Security has a built-in uninstall feature that allows you to remove it via its menu. Here’s what you need to do:

1. Quit Kaspersky Internet Security first. Otherwise, you may not be able to uninstall it.
2. Click Help in the Kaspersky Internet Security menu and choose Support.
3. In the new pop-up window, click the Uninstall button.
   
   ![Uninstall Kaspersky Through Its Menu](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/uninstall_kaspersky_from_menu_349b3f86d8.png)
   
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the uninstallation process.

The above steps do not completely remove Kaspersky, it leaves files on your Mac. You also need to manually delete its related files in the following folders.

- ~/Library/Application Scripts
- ~/Library/Caches
- ~/Library/Saved Application State
- ~/Library/Group Containers
- ~/private/var/folders/I8
- ~/private/tmp
- /Library/Launch Daemons
5. On a Finder window, press **Shift + Command + G** to open the Go to Folder window.
6. Check the above directories and move Kaspersky-related files to the trash, then empty your Trash.



## How to Uninstall Kaspersky on Mac with Its Native Uninstaller

Kaspersky also provides you with a native uninstaller. If you can’t find it in your Download folder,  [download](https://media.kaspersky.com/utilities/ConsumerUtilities/kismac21.1.0.150uninstaller.zip?_ga=2.259369226.1444802012.1641966266-1224767525.1639390813) it again.

1. Open the zip file you downloaded.
2. Run the extracted .dmg file.
   
   ![Kaspersky Uninstaller - Double Click Trash Icon](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/double_click_trash_icon_154755e318.png)
   
3. Double-click Uninstall Kaspersky Internet Security.
   
   ![Kaspersky Uninstaller - Start Uninstallation Process](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/start_uninstalling_kaspersky_57aa9d280f.png)

4. When the uninstallation is complete, click the Quit button. 
   
   ![Kaspersky Uninstaller - Quit Uninstallation Process](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quit_uninstallation_process_d0db0fb52b.png)


This method also leaves traces on your Mac. You will also need to follow steps 5 and 6 in the above method to completely delete all Kaspersky-associated files.


## How to Uninstall Kaspersky on Mac with BuhoCleaner 

As you can see, the above method is a bit complicated for new Mac users. Is there an easier way to uninstall Kaspersky from Mac?

Yes, BuhoCleaner is here to help you. It is one of the [best app uninstallers for Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-free-app-uninstallers-for-mac). Not only can you use it to remove Kaspersky with one click, but you can also use it to find and delete leftover files from uninstalled apps.

<group><linkbutton href='/buhocleaner/download' prefix='download'>Free Download</linkbutton></group>

Here’re the steps:

1. Download, install, and launch BuhoCleaner.
2. Click App Uninstall in the sidebar, and you will find all installed apps.
3. Locate Kaspersky and check the box next to it and click the Remove button. 

That’s it! So easy!

![Completely Uninstall Kaspersky with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/uninstall_kaspersky_with_buhocleaner_9d4e41290e.png)

:note[If you have manually uninstalled Kaspersky by dragging it to the Trash before, you can switch to Leftovers to detect and delete its residual files.]{notetype=Tip}
  

:p[Final Words]{.h2}

Hope you have successfully removed Kaspersky from your Mac using one of the methods above.

If you found this article helpful, please share it with those in need.






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3 Ways to Completely Uninstall Kaspersky on Mac

Kaspersky Internet Security is one of the best antivirus software for Mac. But if you don't like it or have found a better alternative and want to remove it from your Mac, keep reading this blog, and we will show you how to get rid of it properly in 3 ways.

Let's get started

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<summary>**Summary**: Looking for ways to downgrade macOS Monterey to Big Sur, Catalina, Mojave, or High Sierra? Look no further. In this article, you will learn 3 ways to downgrade macOS to an earlier version.</summary>

It's tempting to update to a new macOS. But when you upgrade, you may regret it. Common reasons include incompatible software, too many bugs, and your [Mac running slow](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/fix-slow-mac). Installing a new version of macOS is easy, but downgrading is more complicated. In this article, We'll show you 3 ways to downgrade from macOS Monterey to Big Sur, Catalina, or older.

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### Back up Your Mac

Important things first, be sure to [back up your Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/back-up-mac). When you reinstall macOS, all data on your Mac will be wiped. If you backed up things that are important to you, you can quickly restore them after reinstalling macOS.

## How to Downgrade to the macOS That Came with Your Mac

If you are running High Sierra or a later, you can quickly downgrade your macOS to the version shipped with your Mac. Note that this method is only available for Intel Macs.

Here're the steps:

1. Make sure your Mac is well connected to the internet.
2. Close and restart your Mac.
3. Press and hold **Shift- Option-Command-R** until you see macOS Utilities.
4. On the macOS Utilities screen, select the Reinstall macOS option.
5. Click Continue and follow the instructions on the screen.
6. Select your startup disk and click Install. 
7. Your Mac will restart after the installation is complete.

![Downgrade Monterey: Reinstall macOS That Came with Your Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/reinstall_macos_shipped_with_f26d1e02d4.png)

<note notetype='Note'>Don't forget to back up your Mac before performing the reinstallation steps.</note>

## How to Downgrade macOS Using Time Machine Backup

Also, you can downgrade macOS using a Time Machine backup, but only if you have a full backup of your Mac on your earlier macOS.

Here's what you need to do.

1. Start your Mac and immediately hold down **Command-R** to start up from the built-in macOS Recovery system. （On Apple Silicon Macs, press the **Power** button.)
2. Keep holding these two keys until you see the Apple logo or other loading image.
3. In the macOS Utilities window, select Restore from a Time Machine backup and click the Continue button.
4. Select your Time Machine backup and click on Continue.
5. After the reinstallation process is complete, restore the files you backed up.

![Downgrade Monterey: Revert macOS with Time Machine Backup](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/restore_macos_with_time_machine_backup_de8abcb3c4.png)

## How to Downgrade macOS Using a Bootable Installer

What if you don't have a Time Machine backup but still want to revert to an earlier macOS? Do not worry. We'll show you how to install a downgraded macOS using a bootable installer. This method is more complicated than the two methods mentioned above. To help you understand better, we've divided the steps into 4 main parts. Let's get started.

### Part 1. Prepare an External Drive

You need an external drive of at least 14GB. Although the macOS installer is about 12GB, you'll still need some extra space to store your data.

There might be other files in your drive. Let's format it.

1. Plug your hard drive into Mac.
2. Open the Disk Utility app via Spotlight.
3. Select your drive in the sidebar and click the Erase button at the top of the window.

   ![Downgrade Monterey: Erase External Drive](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/erase_external_drive_c3844bcf82.png)


4. Name your drive as **MyVolume** or whatever you like and choose a format your Mac supports from the Format drop-down menu. 
    - If your Mac uses HFS+, choose Mac OS Extended (Journaled).
    - If your Mac uses APFS, choose APFS.

    <note notetype='Note'>To check which format your Mac is using, open the Terminal app and type and run the command: `diskutil info /`.</note>

5. If the Scheme is available, select GUID Partition Map.
6. Click the Erase button, then click Done.

![Downgrade Monterey: Format External Drive](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/format_external_drive_on_mac_446b65702f.png)

### Part 2. Download macOS Installers

In most cases, macOS installers are kept in the Application folder.

Before downloading the macOS installer you want, check if your Mac is compatible with it.

* macOS Monterey： :a[System Requirements]{href=https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212551 rel=nofollow}
* macOS Big Sur 11： :a[System Requirements]{href=https://support.apple.com/kb/HT211238 rel=nofollow}
* macOS Catalina 10.15：:a[System Requirements]{href=https://support.apple.com/kb/HT210222 rel=nofollow}
* macOS Mojave 10.14：:a[System Requirements]{href=https://support.apple.com/kb/SP777 rel=nofollow}
* macOS High Sierra 10.13：:a[System Requirements]{href=https://support.apple.com/kb/SP765 rel=nofollow}
* macOS Sierra 10.12：:a[System Requirements]{href=https://support.apple.com/kb/SP742 rel=nofollow}

Below are the download links for the different macOS versions. (Open them in Safari browser).

* :a[macOS Monterey]{href='https://apps.apple.com/cn/app/macos-monterey/id1576738294?l=en&mt=12' rel=nofollow}
* :a[macOS Big Sur]{href='macappstores://apps.apple.com/us/app/macos-big-sur/id1526878132?mt=12' rel=nofollow}
* :a[macOS Catalina]{href='macappstores://apps.apple.com/us/app/macos-catalina/id1466841314?mt=12' rel=nofollow}
* :a[macOS Mojave]{href='macappstores://apps.apple.com/us/app/macos-mojave/id1398502828?mt=12' rel=nofollow}
* :a[macOS High Sierra]{href='macappstores://apps.apple.com/us/app/macos-high-sierra/id1246284741?mt=12' rel=nofollow}
* :a[macOS Sierra]{href='http://updates-http.cdn-apple.com/2019/cert/061-39476-20191023-48f365f4-0015-4c41-9f44-39d3d2aca067/InstallOS.dmg' rel=nofollow}

### Part 3. Create Your Bootable Installer 

Now that you have prepared the external drive and macOS installer. Let's create your bootable installer.

1. Connect your formatted hard drive to your Mac.
2. Open the Terminal app.
3. Run a command like below. (The command will vary depending on your version of macOS. Let's assume that the installer is located in your Applications folder and **MyVolume** is the name of your external drive. If your drive has a different name, replace **"MyVolume"** with the name of your external drive.)

    - **Monterey**: `sudo /Applications/Install\ macOS\ Monterey.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/MyVolume`
    - **Big Sur**: `sudo /Applications/Install\ macOS\ Big\ Sur.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/MyVolume`
    - **Catalina**: `sudo /Applications/Install\ macOS\ Catalina.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/MyVolume`
    - **Mojave**: `sudo /Applications/Install\ macOS\ Mojave.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/MyVolume`
    - **High Sierra**: `sudo /Applications/Install\ macOS\ High\ Sierra.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia     --volume /Volumes/MyVolume`

4. Enter your password and hit Return again.
5. Follow the instructions in Terminal.
6. When you see Done, quit Terminal and eject your hard drive.

![Downgrade Monterey: How to Create a Bootable Installer](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/how_to_create_bootable_installer_bb60d64baa.png)

### Part 4. Install macOS with Your Bootable Installer

Finally, you're ready to install your macOS.

1. Plug your hard drive into Mac. (Make sure you have an internet connection.)
2. Click Apple menu > Restart.
3. If you're using an Intel-based Mac, hold down the **Option/Alt** key until you see the Startup Manager window. If you're using an Apple Silicon Mac,  hold the **Power** button while rebooting Mac.
4. Click on your external drive to select it as your startup disk. Your Mac will start up in Recovery Mode.
5. From macOS Utilities, select Disk Utility.
    ![Downgrade Monterey: Disk Utility macOS Recovery Mode](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/disk_utility_macos_recovery_mode_2b169eb158.png)

6. Erase everything on your Mac and quit Disk Utility.
7. Select Reinstall macOS > Continue.
8. Follow the instructions to install your macOS with the bootable drive you created.

Read Also: [How to Reset MacBook Pro/Air Without Losing Data](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/reset-macbook)

<note notetype='Note'>M1 Macs do not support macOS versions earlier than macOS Big Sur.</note>

### Bonus Tip: How to Speed Up a Slow macOS

Mac running slow after update? No need to rush to downgrade your macOS. It is recommended that you use [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/) to clean and optimize your Mac.

BuhoCleaner is one of the best Mac cleaning and optimization software. It has many useful features that allow you to free up gigabytes of space in just a few clicks.

<group><linkbutton href='/buhocleaner/download' prefix='download'>Free Download</linkbutton></group>

1. Download, install, and launch BuhoCleaner.
3. Scan and remove unneeded files from your Mac.

![Clean and Speed up Mac with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clean_boost_mac_speed_319c52fe37.png)

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

That's all for how to downgrade macOS Monterey to an earlier version. Do back up your Mac before downgrading your macOS. 

If you downgrade macOS because it is slow, you might as well use a cleaning tool like BuhoCleaner to clean up and speed it up. Click [here](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/clean-up-mac) for more Mac cleaning tips.


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It's tempting to update to a new macOS. But when you upgrade, you may regret it. Common reasons include incompatible software, too many bugs, and your Mac running slow. Installing a new version of macOS is easy, but downgrading is more complicated. In this article, we'll show you how to downgrade macOS Monterey to an earlier Big Sur, Catalina, Mojave, High Sierra, or Sierra in 3 ways.

<summary>Summary: From this blog post, you will get to know 5 of the best free app uninstallers for Mac. </summary>

Dragging an app to the Trash doesn't completely uninstall it. You will also need to use the Finder to find and delete all related files. As you know, this process is time-consuming and tedious, and you may not find all the files related to the application. Thanks to third-party app uninstallers, removing unwanted Mac apps has never been easier.

Wondering what's the best free app uninstaller for Mac? You have come to the right place. Here, we've rounded up 5 of the best for you.

Let's take a look.

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:::alsoread

:a[Top 7 Best Free and Paid Mac Cleaners in 2022]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-mac-cleaner-software'}

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## 5 Best Free App Uninstallers for Mac


### 1. AppCleaner

AppCleaner is a very simple and easy-to-use app uninstaller for Mac. Its interface is simple and straightforward. To [remove an app](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/uninstall-apps-mac), you just need to drag it into AppCleaner and click the Remove button. You can also switch to its list mode to quickly find and delete unwanted apps, widgets, and plugins.

What AppCleaner attracts me the most is its SmartDelete feature. Once you turn the feature on in Preferences, AppCleaner automatically detects and deletes files when you drag an app to the Trash, without even launching it.

![Best Free App Uninstallers for Mac - AppCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/appcleaner_c1af38af5a.png)

**Pros:**
- Totally free to use.
- Friendly to all users.
- Smart Delete feature.

**Cons:**
- Limited features.

### 2. [BuhoCleaner](/buhocleaner/download)

BuhoCleaner is also a very easy-to-use app removal tool. It allows you to completely delete multiple apps with one click. You can also use it to scan and delete the leftover files of uninstalled apps, helping you to free up more disk space.

BuhoCleaner is more than an app uninstaller. It is also a junk file cleaner, a large file and [duplicate file finder](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-free-duplicate-file-finder), a startup program manager, and more.

![Best Free App Uninstallers for Mac - BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/uninstall_apps_with_buhocleaner_d50af4d7c9.png)

If you are looking for a tool that combines app uninstallation and junk file cleaning, BuhoCleaner is the right choice for you. 

<group><linkbutton href='/buhocleaner/download' prefix='download'>Free Download</linkbutton></group>

**Pros:**
- Simple and intuitive interface.
- Remove one or more apps with a click.
- Completely delete the residual files of uninstalled apps.
- Has more cleaning features.

**Cons:**
- Try it for free for 7 days.

### 3. AppCleaner & Uninstaller

As the name suggests, AppCleaner & Uninstaller is an app cleaning and uninstallation tool. It can help you to completely remove applications, extensions and [remaining files](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/remove-leftover-files-mac), as well as manage login items and default apps.

It comes with a free version and paid version. After the 7-day free evaluation period, you need to pay $19.99 to upgrade to its paid version to continue to use its full features. Otherwise, it is just a scanner that helps you locate files associated with apps.

![Best Free App Uninstallers for Mac - AppCleaner & Uninstaller](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/appcleaner_and_uninstaller_595b99fb30.png)

**Pros:**
- Ease of use.
- Delete apps, extensions, remaining files, and more.

**Cons:**
- Free 7-day trial.
- A bit expensive. 

### 4. AppDelete

AppDelete is another straightforward app remover. It can remove unneeded apps, widgets, preference panes, plugins, and screensavers and their related files. The best part of the tool is that you can preview the related files of an app before uninstalling it to avoid accidental deletion. What's more, it has an ignore list, which can prevent you from deleting some essential or important apps by mistake. 

![Best Free App Uninstallers for Mac - AppDelete](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/appdelete_73d76b7d19.png)

**Pros:**
- Simple and intuitive interface.
- Thoroughly delete apps, plugins, preference panes, widgets, etc.
- Easily preview app-related files. 

**Cons:**
- 5 detection deletion.

### 5. AppZapper

AppZapper looks the same as AppCleaner and AppDelete. It does a great job of uninstalling apps on Mac. All you need to do is drag and drop an app, and AppZapper will automatically detect all files related to the app. In addition, it has a Hit List that allows you to easily view all installed apps on your Mac, and you can search, scroll, and filter them. By clicking the icon of an app, you can easily preview all its related files.

![Best Free App Uninstallers for Mac - AppZapper](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/appzapper_f232dbf869.png)

**Pros:**
- Drag-and-drop apps to uninstall.
- Preview app-related files.

**Cons:**
- Supports English only.
- Delete 5 apps for free.

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

Now you have 5 best free app uninstallers to get rid of unwanted apps on your Mac. As you can see, all these tools have pros and cons. As for which one is best for you, it depends on your needs.

If you are just looking for a free app uninstaller for Mac, AppCleaner is ideal for you. However, if you prefer a tool with junk cleaning and app uninstallation features, BuhoCleaner can be your first choice.



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Dragging an app to the Trash won't uninstall it completely. You also need to use the Finder to find and delete all its associated files. Just as you think, the process is time-consuming and tedious, and you may not find all the app-related files. Fortunately, third-party app uninstallers can save your time and effort. Wondering what are the best free app uninstallers for Mac? Read on this blog, and we have collected 5 of the best ones for you. All you need to do is choose the one that suits you best.

5 Best FREE App Uninstallers for Mac in 2022


Whatever the reason you want to uninstall BuhoCleaner, the best way to get rid of it is to use BuhoCleaner itself.

:::alsoread

:a[Top 6 Best Free and Paid CleanMyMac Alternatives]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/cleanmymac-alternative'}

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Here are the steps:

1. Launch BuhoCleaner.
2. Choose Uninstall and click the Scan button.
   ![Quickly Uninstall BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quickly_uninstall_buhocleaner_9c838b560f.png)
3. In the app list, check the box next to BuhoCleaner and click the Remove button.
   ![Uninstall BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/uninstall_buhocleaner_a723f881f2.png)
4. Confirm your uninstallation, click the Uninstall button, and all files related to BuhoCleaner will be wiped out.
   ![Confirm Your Uninstallation](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/confirm_uninstallation_a68ed42bdb.png)

Hope you uninstall BuhoCleaner just because you want to move it to another Mac. BuhoCleaner is worth the price. Hope to see you again.

We are working hard to improve your experience with BuhoCleaner. If you have any feedback, please feel free to contact us at support@drbuho.com and we will get back to you within 24 hours.



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Whatever the reason you want to uninstall BuhoCleaner, the best way to get rid of it is to use BuhoCleaner itself.

How to Uninstall BuhoCleaner on Mac

<summary>**Summary**: In this blog, we'll show you how to uninstall Microsoft Office 365, 2019, 2016, and 2011 from your Mac completely.</summary>

Microsoft Office is essential to our daily work. However, many reasons might make you want to remove it from your Mac, such as upgrading to a new version, [freeing up storage space](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac), or fixing errors in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or other Office applications.

Uninstalling Microsoft Office for Mac should have been easy, but the Microsoft Office Removal Tool only supports Windows. Want to know how to uninstall Microsoft Office for Mac? Please read on. In this article, we will provide you with detailed instructions on how to completely remove Office 365, 2019, 2016, and 2011 from your Mac.

Let's get started.

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:::alsoread

:a[How to Remove Leftovers of Uninstalled Apps on Mac]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/remove-leftover-files-mac'}

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## How to Uninstall Microsoft Office on Mac Manually

There are many versions of Microsoft Office. Different versions have different functions. Commonly used versions for Mac are Office 2011, Office 2016, Office 2019, and the latest Office 365. Let's take a look at how to remove them from your Mac.

<note notetype='Note'>Make sure you have signed in to your administrator account on Mac.</note>

### How to Remove Office 2011 on Mac

Microsoft Office stopped supporting Office for Mac 2011 on October 10, 2017. Although you can continue to use its functions, you cannot keep up to date with all the latest features, patches, and security updates. To uninstall it, follow the following steps:

1. Quit all the Office applications first.
2. Open Finder in the Dock and go to the Applications folder.
3. Locate the Microsoft Office 2011 folder and move it to Trash.
4. Empty your Trash and restart your Mac.

### How to Uninstall Office 365, 2019, and 2016 on Mac

Uninstalling newer versions of Office, such as Office 365, is more complicated than uninstalling Office 2011 because you have to delete not only the application itself but also related files stored on the hard drive.

In fact, the steps to remove Office 365, 2019, and 2016 are similar. And they mainly include deleting the Office app icons, removing related files, and unlocking apps from the Dock.

<step step="step 1">**Remove Office for Mac Applications**</step>


1. Launch Finder from Dock.
2. Click on the Applications option, locate and select all Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, OneDrive, and Outlook).
3. Move them to the Trash.

![How to Uninstall Office Apps Manually](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/uninstall_office_apps_manually_5efe20ef3b.png)

<step step="step 2">**Delete Office Associated Files on Mac**</step>

1. On the Finder window, press Shift + Command + G to open the Go to Folder window. 
2. Enter **~/Library** in the box and click the Go button.

    ![Navigate to Library Folder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/open_users_library_folder_mac_8dd24a9af9.png)

3. Find and open the **Containers** folder.
    ![Remove Office Related Files in Containers Folder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/remove_office_related_files_in_containers_5374241585.png)
4. Locate these folders below and move them to Trash. (Note: Some of them may not be present.)
    - com.microsoft.errorreporting 
    - com.microsoft.Excel
    - com.microsoft.netlib.shipassertprocess
    - com.microsoft.Office365ServiceV2
    - com.microsoft.Outlook
    - com.microsoft.Powerpoint
    - com.microsoft.RMS-XPCService
    - com.microsoft.Word
    - com.microsoft.onenote.mac
    - com.microsoft.OneDrive.FinderSync
5. Click the back arrow in the Finder window to go back to the ~/Library folder.
6. Locate the **Group Containers** folder and open it.
    ![Delete Office Related Files in Group Containers Folder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_office_related_files_in_group_containers_290adcec23.png)
7. Locate these folders below, if present, and move them to Trash.
    - UBF8T346G9.ms
    - UBF8T346G9.Office
    - UBF8T346G9.OfficeOsfWebHost
    - UBF8T346G9.OneDriveStandaloneSuite
    - UBF8T346G9.OneDriveSyncClientSuite
    - UBF8T346G9.OfficeOneDriveSyncIntegration

    <note notetype='Note'>All your Outlook data will be deleted when you move the first 3 folders to the Trash. Please back them up before you remove them.</note>
8. Empty your Trash.

<step step="step 3">**Remove Microsoft Office Apps from Dock and Restart Mac**</step>


1. If you have Microsoft Office Apps locked in Dock, right-click app icons > Options > Remove from Dock.
2. Restart your Mac to uninstall Microsoft Office for Mac completely.

![How to Remove Office Apps from Dock](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/remove_office_apps_from_dock_9e77bf7cd8.png) 

## How to Uninstall Microsoft Office on Mac Quickly

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1. Make sure you have BuhoCleaner installed on your Mac.
2. Launch it, click on the App Uninstall tab and click the Scan button.
    ![How to Uninstall Microsoft Office Easily on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quickly_uninstall_office_mac_568dc18490.png)
3. After the scanning process is complete, find Office apps in the result list, check the boxes next to them, and click the Remove button.
    ![How to Remove Microsoft Office with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quickly_uninstall_office_buhocleaner_c6c46ac3fc.png)


:p[The Bottom Line]{.h2}

That's all about how to uninstall Microsoft Office on Mac. All in all, it is easy to uninstall Office 2011 for Mac, but it is a bit complicated and time-consuming to remove Office 365, 2019, and 2016 on Mac. For a quicker and easier solution, we recommend you to use BuhoCleaner. This handy Office uninstaller allows you to delete all Office applications and their related files in a few clicks. [Try](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner/download) it for free now.

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How to Completely Uninstall Microsoft Office on macOS

Microsoft Office is essential to our daily work. However, many reasons might make you want to remove it from your Mac, such as upgrading to a new version, freeing up storage space, or fixing errors in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or other Office applications.

Uninstalling Microsoft Office for Mac should have been easy, but the Microsoft Office Removal Tool only supports Windows. Want to know how to uninstall Microsoft Office for Mac? Please read on. In this article, we will provide you with detailed instructions on how to completely remove Office 2011, 2016, 2019, and 365 from your Mac.