What does Unclutter by 5x5 Labs do?

Unclutter by 5x5 Labs is a native macOS app that scans your Mac for hidden junk files, system and browser caches, and leftover data from uninstalled apps, then safely removes them. It typically reclaims between 20 and 100 GB of storage on a Mac that has been in use for a year or more.

How much does Unclutter cost?

Unclutter costs $25 as a one-time purchase. There is no subscription. The price includes lifetime updates.

Is it safe to delete the files Unclutter finds?

Yes. Unclutter only targets files that macOS itself treats as safe to remove: cache files, log files, temporary files, and orphaned data from uninstalled apps. It never touches user documents, system-critical files, or application binaries.

Does Unclutter send my data anywhere?

No. Unclutter runs entirely on your Mac. The app does not upload file lists, scan results, or any personal data to a server. The only network requests it makes are license validation and update checks.

Will Unclutter work on Apple Silicon Macs?

Yes. Unclutter is a native universal binary that runs on both Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4) and Intel Macs, on macOS 12 (Monterey) or later.

How is Unclutter different from CleanMyMac?

CleanMyMac is a subscription product priced at around $40 per year. Unclutter is a one-time $25 purchase that covers the same core cleanup tasks: junk files, caches, and app leftovers. Unclutter is intentionally focused — it does not bundle malware scanning, performance optimizers, or other features that overlap with macOS built-ins.

Does Unclutter offer a refund?

Yes. Email hello@5x5labs.com within 14 days of purchase for a full refund, no questions asked.

Can I install Unclutter on more than one Mac?

Yes. A single Unclutter license can be activated on up to three Macs that you personally own.

What if I lose my download link?

Enter the email address you used at checkout into the re-download form on unclutter.sh and we will email you a new download link immediately.

Where can I download Unclutter?

Only from unclutter.sh. Unclutter by 5x5 Labs is not distributed through the Mac App Store, Setapp, or any third-party marketplace. We sell directly so the price stays a one-time $25 and we control the release cadence. The download is signed with a Developer ID certificate and notarized by Apple, so macOS Gatekeeper opens it without warnings.

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