Overview
What's new
View the list of recent CleanMyMac updates and upcoming featuresSupported macOS versions
Discover which macOS versions CleanMyMac supports and which doesn't, and how to find out your macOS and CleanMyMac versions.Safety considerations
Discover how CleanMyMac protects your Mac with advanced cleanup, malware monitoring, and smart algorithms that respect your personal data and privacy.
Getting started
Install and activate
Explore the steps you need to take to install and activate CleanMyMac, depending on your preferred marketplace.Upgrade from earlier versions
Learn how to upgrade to the latest version of CleanMyMac from the previous app versions to enjoy the latest features and tools.Start your plan using a redeem code
Learn how to exchange a redeem code for a CleanMyMac plan.
Settings and permissions
Full Disk Access
Learn what Full Disk Access is, how to give it to CleanMyMac, why it's safe, and why CleanMyMac needs this permission.
Background items and processes
Background processes
Explore how CleanMyMac background processes operate, why they require system access, and how they provide for the health and security of your Mac.Background items
Learn what CleanMyMac background items are, how they work, and why they are needed for smooth and reliable app performance.Allow background items
Find out how to allow CleanMyMac background items to keep its key features, real-time monitoring, and automatic updates run seamlessly and reliably.