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Are you an ex-Windows user that misses having an uninstaller or just want a better way to get rid of unwanted apps completely? AppZapper makes it easy to uninstall apps along with all their related files in Mac OS X Snow Leopard. Simply drag-and-drop the unwanted software into program's interface, and AppZapper will gather and list all the related files so you can eradicate them from your hard drive in one fell swoop. The developer of this app calls it the "uninstaller Apple forgot" and we agree that it is both extremely useful and easy-to-use. One important note: this app's current version only works with Mac OS X 10.6 and later versions of the Mac OS. You'll need to download an earlier version of the program to work on older releases of Mac OS X. Overall, anyone that's looking for a way to get programs and all their related files off their Mac easily should download this program.
Publisher's Description
From AppZapper.com:
AppZapper allows you to confidently uninstall virtually any application as easily as it was installed - just drag and drop. Drag one or more unwanted apps onto AppZapper and watch as it finds all the extra files and let's you delete them with a single click. A slick safety system remembers which apps you want to keep safe, and the log tracks all the files you've zapped. Put simply, AppZapper is the uninstaller Apple forgot.
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All versions:
4.0 starsout of 49 votes
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Current version:
3.5 starsout of 19 votes
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My rating:
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"Seems to work fine"
Version: AppZapper 2.0.1
Pros
Free trial of 5 zaps
Cons
Had minor trouble zapping an app until I figured out I had to open the folder and drag the actual icon to the zap window.
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"Constant crashes in 10.5.8 on G4"
Version: AppZapper 2.0.1
Pros
Previous edition better. It works perfectly in the Systems that it was built foe.
Cons
Frequent crashes or refusing to launch in OS 10.5.8 on a G4.
Summary
I would advise you to be careful where you put it and use it.
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"Does it's job, doesn't cost much."
Version: AppZapper 2.0.1
Pros
Seems to do its work very conveniently; screen and audio 'zap' can be turned off.
Cons
Doesn't obviously do anything that free alternatives don't.
Summary
Buy it if you want to own the right to some support, otherwise consider free alternatives.
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"Great product"
Version: AppZapper 2.0.1
Pros
So easy to use
Cons
can't think of any
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"The Uninstaller Apple forgot to put in Snow Leopard!"
Version: AppZapper 2.0.1
Pros
This application is a must have for every Mac user. saves you time and frustration of deleting and uninstalling you applications and its associated left overs without a headache. You won't worry about useless junks culturing your system any more.
Cons
none that I have encountered.
Summary
Great application, simply drag that unwanted app into the box and get rid of everything along with it if you see necessary. you can always see what files or folders it is deleting, so if there is anything you need to keep, then all you have to do is to uncheck the box to make sure it is not deleted.
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"I don't remember downloading or installing this program"
Version: AppZapper 2.0.1
Pros
Not having used this program I can not comment on it
Cons
I have no comment on this
Summary
I have no comment on this
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"s c r e w e d"
Version: AppZapper 2.0.1
Pros
it works
Cons
What I thought was a simple upgrade turns my PAID FOR APP into a trial version. The version I owned worked just fine; I shouldn't have to pay again.
Summary
I don't like being scammed.
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"Very useful"
Version: AppZapper 2.0.1
Pros
Easy to use
Cons
No problems with product
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"Does what it claims to do."
Version: AppZapper 2.0.1
Pros
Essential application! Drop old application it & goes with all associated files which other wise can cause very unnessary headaches.
Cons
For me none!
Summary
Makes computer use & management that much easier.
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"Great little tool for keeping your Mac clean"
Version: AppZapper 2.0.1
Pros
This program is simple to use and does a great job of finding and eliminating unneeded files when you want to delete a program.
Cons
There is nothing that I see as a con.
Summary
For the most part all you need to do to uninstall a program on a mac is just delete the app from the Applications folder. There may be a few little configuration files that don't get deleted using this method, but all they do is take of very little space. Every now and then you get a program that has a more complex install process and requires a more sophisticated uninstall process. This is where AppZapper shines. It does an excellent job of finding all of those stray files and gives you the opportunity to zap them when you uninstall the main app. It works well and is very easy to use.
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