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Bytesweep

A graphical du that knows what not to delete

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Quick Verdict

Bytesweep is a desktop storage cleaner that scans your machine and shows what would be removed before you delete it. The website describes local scanning, category breakdowns (Docker, Xcode, local AI models, photos), and a 7-day undo window — useful if you want to free disk space without guessing what will be lost.

Key Features

Local scanning and visualization: the website describes that Bytesweep scans storage on your own device and shows exactly where space is used (examples listed include Docker, Xcode, local AI models and photos).
Pre-deletion warnings: the app warns before removing items that cannot be recovered, with specific mention of developer-sensitive items such as SSH keys or unpushed git history.
Time-limited undo: every sweep can reportedly be undone for 7 days, which reduces the risk of accidental permanent deletion.
Privacy posture: the website states the app runs entirely on the user's device and that the app sends nothing about user files; only purchase-related information is retained by the website.
Trial and licensing: the website describes a free 14-day trial for Mac and that the software is offered as a one-time payment and licensed rather than sold.

Who this is for

Best-fit users are people who need to reclaim disk space but want clear, itemized guidance before deleting files — for example, developers with large Docker images, Xcode artifacts, or local AI model files, and photographers with large photo libraries. The website also positions the app for macOS users and mentions Linux support.

A key limitation to verify: the website does not clearly state exact one-time pricing, supported OS versions or hardware requirements, refund policy, or whether Windows is supported. Verify these details on the official website before purchase.

Separate confirmed facts from interpretation: confirmed (per the website) — local scans, category breakdowns, 14-day Mac trial, 7-day undo, one-time license; interpretation — whether the undo workflow and warnings fit your particular development or photo workflows until you test the app yourself.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Bytesweep send my files off my computer?

According to the website, the app runs entirely on your device and sends nothing about your files; the website retains only information needed for purchases. Verify the privacy policy on the official site for full details.

Can I recover files after a sweep?

The website states that each sweep can be undone for 7 days. Confirm how the undo works in practice and what is retained after that period before relying on it for critical data.

Which platforms does Bytesweep support?

The website describes support for macOS and also mentions Linux. It does not clearly state Windows support or detailed OS version requirements, so verify platform compatibility on the official site before buying.

Bytesweep review — Mac/Linux cleaner with 7-day undo

Practical profile of Bytesweep: a local storage scanner that shows what you'd lose, warns before deleting, offers a 14-day Mac trial and a 7-day undo window. Verify pricing and system requirements.

Editorial Notice

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