Is Xcode Archives Safe to Delete?
Review first. Archives are packaged builds used for TestFlight and App Store submission.
Side effects: You cannot re-export or resubmit those old builds from this Mac.
What is ~/Library/Developer/Xcode/Archives?
Xcode → Organizer stores .xcarchive bundles here. They are not DerivedData. Delete old archives you no longer need; keep anything you might upload or debug.
Is it safe to delete?
Use caution — While parts of ~/Library/Developer/Xcode/Archives may be safe to delete, you should carefully review the contents before proceeding.
Consider backing up important data before deleting, and only remove filesyou're certain aren't needed.
What happens after deletion?
You cannot re-export or resubmit those old builds from this Mac. The folder will be recreated automatically by the application when needed. This process is typically seamless but may take some time depending on the amount of data that needs to be regenerated.
How to delete it
Use MacMop
MacMop finds this folder automatically and lets you delete it safely with one click.
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rm -rf ~/Library/Developer/Xcode/ArchivesWarning: This command permanently deletes the folder. Double-check the path before running.
Finder
- Open Finder
- Press ⌘ + Shift + G (Go to Folder)
- Paste:
~/Library/Developer/Xcode/Archives - Move the folder to Trash
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