Xcode cleanup
Clean Xcode storage without digging through Library folders
Xcode can quietly consume tens or hundreds of gigabytes through DerivedData, device support files, simulators, and caches. Unclutter surfaces developer cleanup candidates alongside the rest of your Mac storage scan.
Why people choose Unclutter
- Find Xcode DerivedData growth
- Review old iOS device support files
- Surface simulator-related storage
- Useful for developer Macs with small SSDs
Developer storage Unclutter can surface
Developer folders grow quickly because build artifacts and device support files are kept for speed and compatibility. They are often safe to remove when you no longer need old build state.
- ~/Library/Developer/Xcode/DerivedData
- ~/Library/Developer/Xcode/iOS DeviceSupport
- Xcode caches
- Simulator support data
Why Xcode cleanup is high leverage
A single active development machine can accumulate more reclaimable Xcode data than every browser cache combined. Sorting by size helps you decide what to clean first.
What to expect after cleanup
Xcode may rebuild indexes and derived data the next time a project opens. That is normal and is the tradeoff for reclaiming disk space.
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to delete Xcode DerivedData?
Usually yes. Xcode recreates DerivedData when projects build again, though the next build can take longer.
Can Xcode really use 100 GB?
Yes. DerivedData, simulators, and device support files can exceed 100 GB on active developer machines.
Does Unclutter remove my source code?
No. It targets generated developer data, not project source directories.
Reclaim storage without adding another subscription
Unclutter Core handles cleanup. Unclutter Pro adds Recover Files for hard-to-locate photos, videos, documents, and attachments.