erase-install is a robust macOS automation tool designed to erase and reinstall macOS on a device using Apple’s official installer packages. Targeted at IT administrators and deployment professionals, it simplifies wiping and re-provisioning Mac systems—especially in enterprise or education environments. It supports options for downloading the latest macOS version, preserving user settings, automating pre- and post-install scripts, and initiating the erase-and-install process without manual intervention. It’s widely used in managed environments and compatible with MDM workflows.

Features

  • Automates erasing and reinstalling macOS using official installers
  • Supports full disk wipe using startosinstall with --eraseinstall
  • Downloads latest macOS versions via Apple’s software update tool
  • Prepares and verifies installer packages automatically
  • Supports M1/M2 and Intel Macs
  • Integration with MDM systems and Self Service tools
  • Optionally preserves or wipes user data and settings
  • Allows custom preflight and post-install scripts

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Apache License V2.0

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Programming Language

Unix Shell

Related Categories

Unix Shell Operating Systems

Registered

2025-03-31