AppPorts is an open-source macOS utility that moves applications and their associated data to external storage to reclaim internal disk space. It replaces migrated applications with lightweight launchers that preserve familiar icons and opening behavior. Users can continue launching relocated software through Finder, the Dock, or other application launchers while the external drive is connected. APFS mount migration supports suitable application containers while preserving original paths and code signatures. Symbolic links handle compatible folders, developer tools, and custom directories. The application detects missing external drives and broken links. Safety tools include signature checks, application backups, update protection, and restoration workflows. Its interface also provides storage calculations, directory browsing, and migration readiness checks.

Features

  • Application migration to external drives with lightweight local launchers
  • APFS container migration preserving original application data paths and signatures
  • Symbolic link management for developer tools and custom storage directories
  • Automatic detection of missing drives, orphaned links, and unavailable applications
  • Code signature verification, application backups, and software update protection
  • Application restoration with storage analysis and migration readiness checks

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Apache License V2.0

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Operating Systems

Mac

Programming Language

Swift

Related Categories

Swift Storage Software, Swift File Managers, Swift Uninstallers

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