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DiskCleaner release notes.

Latest product updates, release notes, installation notes, and notarization status for the direct Mac download.

Release Notes

Current DiskCleaner releases and notable shipped changes.

26.1.1.0May 26, 2026

In-App Update Support

+ Added

  • Sparkle updater integration for in-app update checks.
  • Secure update feed and signature verification support.

• Improved

  • Release delivery pipeline for smoother update rollout.
  • General stability and reliability.

Install

  • Open the DMG, drag DiskCleaner to Applications, then launch it from Applications.

Security

  • This build is signed, notarized, and stapled.
LaunchMay 25, 2026

DiskCleaner Released

+ Released

  • DiskCleaner is now available as a direct Mac download.
  • Includes 3 free scans, then a $9.99 one-time license for up to 2 Macs.
  • Apple-notarized universal Mac build for Apple Silicon and Intel.

Core Workflow

  • Quick Scan, Deep Scan, App Uninstaller, RAM Optimizer, Large Files scanner, and menu bar disk overview.
  • Review-first cleanup with per-file checkboxes and Trash-first removal.
  • Local cleanup with no app telemetry, no account requirement, and no subscription.
2026.01.12January 12, 2026

Early Foundation Milestone

◎ Foundation

  • Quick Scan and Deep Scan.
  • Core cleanup categories plus Downloads, iOS backups, Mail attachments, and external drive review.
  • Per-file review with checkboxes.
  • Risk labels and review-required categories.
  • Trash-only cleaning (recoverable).
  • Menu bar utilities, update badge, and clean history.
  • App Uninstaller with leftovers scan.
2026.02.28February 28, 2026

Uninstaller UX Overhaul

• Improved

  • App Uninstaller layout for cleaner spacing, alignment, and typography consistency.
  • Drag-and-drop uninstall flow with clearer instructional hierarchy.
  • Bottom action placement to match primary screen patterns.

+ Added

  • Installed-app gallery option to pick apps directly without drag-and-drop.
2026.03.14March 14, 2026

Overview + Scan Results Polish

• Improved

  • Scan results column layout with better row spacing, badge handling, and size alignment.
  • Notes and legend presentation for safety indicators and review guidance.
  • Gauge and summary area visual polish while preserving fast scan performance.
  • Section text styles and title casing across major Overview states.
2026.03.18March 18, 2026

RAM Optimizer + Mail Attachments Expansion

+ Added

  • Full RAM Optimizer route and UI with live metrics for Memory Pressure, Compressed Memory, Swap Used, and Page In/Out (Min).
  • Safe Optimize action with immediate telemetry refresh.

~ Expanded

  • Mail Attachments coverage to include supported Outlook, Spark, and Canary attachment locations.

• Improved

  • System-wide typography token migration for cleaner, more consistent readability.
2026.04.18April 18, 2026

Developer Data Coverage Expansion

+ Added

  • Homebrew cache coverage under Developer Data, giving developers one more high-signal cleanup target to review.
  • Additional Developer Data folder detection so more build and package-manager clutter appears in the right category.

• Improved

  • Developer cleanup copy and category grouping for clearer scan results.
2026.05.05May 5, 2026

Readability + Background Polish

• Improved

  • Font rendering and text sizing across key screens for more comfortable reading.
  • Background treatments and surface contrast for a cleaner, more refined app feel.
  • Small behind-the-scenes UI adjustments that make the app feel smoother without changing the core workflow.