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Dusty
AI-explained macOS storage cleaner for developers and power users
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>log in to commentI built Dusty to give Mac users a safe way to reclaim space while knowing exactly what each file is. It scans locally, uses Gemini AI to explain files, and lets you delete with a trash‑first safety net for things like node_modules, WhatsApp media, and app leftovers. Let me know what you think!
Dusty is an AI-powered macOS storage cleaner that explains file purpose before safely deleting them.
- for
- Developers and power users who need to reclaim space from build caches, node_modules and other large leftovers.
- pricing
- paid · free trial
Key features
- AI Explanations — Uses Gemini 1.5 Flash to explain each file’s purpose based on metadata before deletion.
- Developer Bloat Cleaner — Detects and removes orphaned node_modules, Xcode DerivedData, Docker overlays and Gradle caches.
- 1-Click App Uninstaller — Fully removes apps plus hidden support files, electron caches and ~/Library residues.
- WhatsApp Media Cleaner — Finds and deletes years-old voice notes and duplicate images from WhatsApp Desktop.
- Browser Cache Cleaner — Deep cleans Safari, Chrome and Arc caches while preserving login sessions.
- Zero-Telemetry Local Scanning — All scans run locally; only file metadata is sent to Gemini for explanations.
- Trash-First Safety — All deletions are moved to macOS Trash first, allowing easy review and restoration.
- Command Generator — Free interactive tool that creates safe terminal commands for cleaning common dev caches.
Use cases
- Free up 30-40 GB by removing stale node_modules and Xcode build caches.
- Delete years of WhatsApp voice notes and duplicate images in one click.
- Clean browser caches without losing logged-in sessions.
- Uninstall apps and wipe hidden support files to reclaim residual space.
- Generate terminal commands to clean Homebrew, npm and Docker caches.
Dusty FAQ
Is Dusty safe to use on system files?+
Dusty checks items against a safelist of protected macOS directories and all deletions go to Trash first for review.
Does Dusty send my data to a server?+
Only file metadata (name, path, size, category, date) is sent to Google Gemini for explanations; file contents never leave the Mac.
What macOS versions are supported?+
Dusty runs on macOS 13 (Ventura) and newer, supporting both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.
How long is the free trial?+
A 24-hour full-access trial provides diagnostic scans and AI explanations without requiring a credit card.
Can I generate terminal commands instead of using the GUI?+
Yes, Dusty includes a free command generator that creates safe copy-paste commands for cleaning common dev caches.
Summarized by DevHunt from dustystorage.com · Oct 10, 2026. Details may change; check the official site.
