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Pearcleaner

brew install --cask pearcleaner v5.4.3

Remove apps and their associated files to clean up leftover system debris.

Why you might care

Pearcleaner is a free, open-source app uninstaller that goes beyond simple deletion to hunt down preference files, caches, and other remnants left behind by uninstalled applications. It's useful for users who want to completely remove apps without manual file hunting or paying for commercial cleaners.

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