What does Cache Kid clean?

Cache Kid finds rebuildable cache, previews, renders, logs, and temporary files from creative apps like Adobe, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Blender, Figma, Capture One, and Logic Pro.

Does Cache Kid clean my whole Mac?

No. It focuses on known creative app cache folders and any custom cache folders you choose to add, so cleanup stays targeted and reviewable.

Will it delete projects, media, exports, or documents?

No. Cache Kid is built to avoid your work and only target cache creative apps can rebuild. You review every path and size first, selected items move to Trash, and cleanup is blocked while related apps are open.

Does Cache Kid need Full Disk Access?

No. Cache Kid asks for specific folder access through the standard macOS picker and only reads folders you approve.

Can I try it for free?

Yes. Scans are always free, and free users get two full clean runs. Cache Kid Pro is a one-time lifetime purchase through the Mac App Store with no subscription.

Does Cache Kid upload my files?

No. Cache Kid works locally on your Mac and does not upload your project files, media, exports, documents, or scanned folder contents.

Will clearing cache make my Mac faster?

Cache Kid is focused on freeing storage, not making fake speed promises. Some apps may need a moment to rebuild previews or thumbnails after cleanup.

Is user cache safer to delete than system cache?

Usually, yes. User cache in your home Library is generally safer to review than system cache. Still, only remove files you understand, and avoid broad system folders unless you are troubleshooting a specific issue.

Why not delete all cache folders at once?

Apps use cache for useful work. Removing everything can slow apps while they rebuild, reset temporary state, or create new previews. Review-first cleanup is safer than a broad sweep.

Does Cache Kid delete cache permanently?

No. Cache Kid moves selected cache items to Trash. You can inspect or restore them before emptying Trash yourself.

Safety

What cache files are safe to delete on Mac?

Published June 6, 2026, updated June 6, 2026

Quick answer

User-level creative app cache is usually safe to review when the app is closed, especially preview files, render cache, media cache, logs, thumbnails, waveforms, and temporary files. Do not remove projects, source media, exports, catalogs, libraries, or unknown folders.

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The safest cache files to delete on Mac are user-level app cache files you can identify, especially preview files, render cache, media cache, logs, thumbnails, waveforms, and temporary files created by creative apps. Do not delete projects, source media, exports, catalogs, libraries, or unknown folders.

Quick fix: close the related app, review only folders clearly labeled as cache or temporary data, and move selected items to Trash first.

Quick checklist

Usually safe to review	Do not delete casually
Media Cache and Media Cache Files	Premiere `.prproj` projects
Render cache and preview files	After Effects `.aep` projects
Disk cache and frame cache	Resolve databases and `.drp` exports
Thumbnails, waveforms, and peak files	Final Cut `.fcpxbundle` libraries
Logs and temporary files	Source media, exports, fonts, and catalogs

Common creative cache locations

These paths are common starting points, not a license to delete everything inside them:

Adobe shared cache: ~/Library/Application Support/Adobe/Common
User app cache: ~/Library/Caches
After Effects disk cache: check After Effects > Settings > Media & Disk Cache
Premiere media cache: check Premiere Pro > Settings > Media Cache
Resolve cache: check Project Settings > Master Settings > Working Folders
Final Cut generated files: use File > Delete Generated Library Files inside Final Cut

Why cache is usually rebuildable

Cache is working data that apps create to avoid repeating slow tasks. Premiere may cache media, After Effects may cache frames, Resolve may cache render data, and Final Cut may create generated files.

When you remove cache, the app can usually rebuild it. The trade-off is time. Your next preview, thumbnail, waveform, conform, or render may take longer.

Manual cleanup vs review-first cleanup

Approach	Benefit	Risk
Manual Finder cleanup	Fast if you know the folder	Easy to delete the wrong item
In-app cleanup	Usually safest for that app	May miss shared or old cache
Cache Kid review	Shows known creative cache paths and sizes	Focused on creative cache, not every Mac file

Where Cache Kid helps

Cache Kid is designed for the review step. It scans known creative app cache locations, shows paths and sizes, and moves only selected cache to Trash.

That means you can confirm what was found before anything leaves its folder. It is a better fit for creative cache cleanup than a blind “delete all cache” sweep.

Cache Kid scan results showing paths, sizes, and selected cache items

What Cache Kid will not do

Cache Kid will not clean your whole Mac, delete project folders, or promise that clearing cache makes your Mac faster. It focuses on freeing storage from creative app cache while keeping cleanup reviewable.

Related guides

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Clear Adobe Creative Cloud Cache on Mac

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Review before you clear

Try Cache Kid for Adobe cache

Cache Kid is a macOS menu bar app that scans known Adobe cache folders, shows you what it found, and moves only what you select to Trash. Scans are free. Nothing is permanently deleted until you empty Trash yourself.

Cache Kid menu showing Adobe Creative Cloud cache expanded

Scan, review sizes and paths, then clear only what you choose from the menu bar.

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Frequently asked questions

Is user cache safer to delete than system cache?: Usually, yes. User cache in your home Library is generally safer to review than system cache. Still, only remove files you understand, and avoid broad system folders unless you are troubleshooting a specific issue.
Why not delete all cache folders at once?: Apps use cache for useful work. Removing everything can slow apps while they rebuild, reset temporary state, or create new previews. Review-first cleanup is safer than a broad sweep.
Does Cache Kid delete cache permanently?: No. Cache Kid moves selected cache items to Trash. You can inspect or restore them before emptying Trash yourself.