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Maintenance and optimization tool.

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OnyX overview

OnyX is a multifunction utility that you can use to verify the startup disk and the structure of its system files, to run miscellaneous maintenance and cleaning tasks, to configure parameters in the Finder, Dock, Safari, and some of Apple's applications, to delete caches, to remove certain problematic folders and files, to rebuild various databases and indexes, and more.

What’s new in version 4.4.0

Updated on May 23 2023

  • Issue corrected that occurred when searching with the find command
  • Deleting the junk items improved
  • On the safe side, Time Machine backup is temporarily suspended while some operations
  • Added option to change the number of Recent Applications in the Dock
  • Miscellaneous corrections and improvements made
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Information

License

Free

Size

5.4 MB

Downloads

5170939

App requirements

  • Intel 64
  • Apple Silicon
  • macOS 13 or later

FAQ

What does Onyx for Mac do
OnyX is maintenance application that helps keep your Mac in tip top shape. It a multifaceted application that checks the health and structure of your Mac’s start-up disk. It is able to check the integrity of system files and take corrective action when issues are detected. It cleans cache files that slow your Mac over time, and cleans unwanted files and folders, rebuilds indexes and databases.
How to install Onyx on Mac
  1. Each version of macOS has a specific version of Onyx. Trying to use a non-compatible version with the wrong version of Onyx will result in the application not working correctly.
  2. Download the Onyx application version for your version of macOS.
  3. Look in your Downloads folder and locate the downloaded installation file, then run it by double clicking on it.
  4. Run through the installation steps.
  5. The application is now installed.
Is Onyx safe to use on Mac
Yes, Onyx is very safe to use on your Mac. It gives users an easy way to clean up their own Mac without needing to learn how to enter in complex commands or call in someone else to do it for you. You can clean up unwanted system files and keep your operating system in good working order to keep things running along smoothly.
How to clean Mac with Onyx
  1. Open the Onyx app by clicking on the installed Onyx icon.
  2. Once open, click on the Maintenance tab.
  3. Here you will be shown a list of terms under 3 categories: Rebuilding, Cleaning, Misc. options.
  4. Cleaning options are available to clean System, Applications, Internet and Log messages and reports.
  5. Select the items you want to clean, then click on ‘Run Tasks’.
How to use Onyx to make Mac faster
  1. Open the Onyx app by clicking on the installed Onyx icon.
  2. Once open, click on the Maintenance tab.
  3. Go to the Cleaning section and the Misc. options sections and select the appropriate options.
  4. Click on Run Tasks and allow the application to clear all the cache and log files that are slowing your Mac down.
  5. Allow the Tasks to finish and restart your Mac.
How to uninstall Onyx from Mac
  1. Make sure that you have closed Onyx completely.
  2. Click on the Finder in your Dock.
  3. Click on Applications in the Sidebar and find Onyx.
  4. Right click on Onyx and then select Move to Trash.
  5. Navigate to the Trash icon, right click on it and select Empty Trash.
  6. Onyx has now been uninstalled from your system.
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What needs improvements

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OnyX qualities

Value
4.6
Ease of use
4.2
Features
4.6
Reliability
4.6
Customer support
4.2

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Castle-Rose
Castle-Rose
May 26 2023
4.4.0
5.0
May 26 2023
5.0
Version: 4.4.0
This is simply a MUST HAVE when you own a Mac. The best fix it utility when something isn't working and you're not sure why. I haven't worked on a Macintosh without it since Mac OS X 10.6.
ivryernest
ivryernest
Mar 28 2023
4.3.8
5.0
Mar 28 2023
5.0
Version: 4.3.8
Merveilleuse application ! Chaque fois que je l'utilise, j'ai le sentiment d'avoir fait une bonne chose !
dandidcom
dandidcom
Jan 12 2023
4.3.5
0.0
Jan 12 2023
0.0
Version: 4.3.5
Anyone know if there is a setting in the Ventura version of Onyx to STOP the system from creating 'versions' of a file? I have a 4Gb CAD file I'm working on that insist on Spinning beach ball saving (allegedly in the background) apx every 5 minutes and takes it 20 seconds to do, its super annoying slow down every few minutes. Check the file and the 'last saved' date keeps updating as it does it. If Drop box is running the problem test worse as it uploads each time, plus then downloads on all my other machines, its a royal P.I.T.A. ?
zlazkow
zlazkow
Jan 4 2023
4.3.5
5.0
Jan 4 2023
5.0
Version: 4.3.5
today's version 4.3.5 is for Ventura Only! Does not install on Monterey. Application is greyed out and crossed out before dragging the icon into application folder.
zlazkow
zlazkow
Jan 4 2023
4.3.5
5.0
Jan 4 2023
5.0
Version: 4.3.5
Onyx is still the only tool you need to keep your Mac in tip-top shape! I'm using it since 2008.
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Dec 21 2022
4.3.3
4.0
Dec 21 2022
4.0
Version: 4.3.3
v4.3.3 is for macOS 13 Ventura ONLY. - - The latest version for macOS 12 Monterey is 4.2.6.
Baribeault
Baribeault
Nov 1 2022
4.3.0
1.0
Nov 1 2022
1.0
Version: 4.3.0
I've been running OnyX for years and just ran the Ventura version on my M1 MBA. It ran for about 1/2 and stalled when rebuilding my Spotlight index. I needed to force quit and prayed nothing was messed up. So far, everything seems fine. So there are issues with this version.
mattofbass
mattofbass
May 26 2022
4.1.9
0.0
May 26 2022
0.0
Version: 4.1.9
Will Onyx work with Mac M1 Thank You
tombrown1949
tombrown1949
Apr 20 2022
4.1.8
0.0
Apr 20 2022
0.0
Version: 4.1.8
I was having a problem with my mac and disk utility wasn't fixing it. I downloaded OnyX and after letting it run OnyX fixed my problem. Thanks!
jbrowaeys
jbrowaeys
Apr 15 2022
4.1.8
0.0
Apr 15 2022
0.0
Version: 4.1.8
I get the message disk needs to be repaired running disk utility with OnyX 4.1.8 for macOS Monterey 12 but disk utility can't find anything
Satcomer
Satcomer
Apr 9 2022
4.1.7
5.0
Apr 9 2022
5.0
Version: 4.1.7
Love this app! You guys are right on money!
mojo108
mojo108
Jan 30 2022
4.1.5
0.0
Jan 30 2022
0.0
Version: 4.1.5
Can you run OnyX on an external hard disk? My back up disk has corrupted and Disk Utility has failed to repair it!
Hydester
Hydester
Jan 3 2022
4.1.4
5.0
Jan 3 2022
5.0
Version: 4.1.4
My Mac was very laggy, especially when clicking on links to open in other apps. With some trepidation, I ran the maintenance schedule with default boxes checked. Got the spinning wheel of death after re-start. Left it a long time to do its stuff. Forced a restart and my Mac has been running *miles* better ever since. In short, it has worked brilliantly, but gave a nerve-wracking journey. I wouldn't have risked it if I hadn't done extensive back-ups on CCC & Time Machine. *MAKE SURE YOU USE THE VERSION FOR YOUR OS*
marcel52-1
marcel52-1
Dec 25 2021
4.1.4
1.0
Dec 25 2021
1.0
Version: 4.1.4
Runs only on OSX 12.x. There are many Mac users who still use version 11 or 10. This is not user friendly.
Midman46
Midman46
Nov 7 2021
4.1.0
0.0
Nov 7 2021
0.0
Version: 4.1.0
onyx 4.1.0 tells me that the startup drive needs to be repaired . disk utility says there is nothing wrong . i think a update is needed . I have been using onyx for years with no issue , this is my first comment .
nobody2011
nobody2011
Nov 1 2021
4.1.0
0.0
Nov 1 2021
0.0
Version: 4.1.0
The link here on Macupcate.com is wrong, correct link is https://www.titanium-software.fr/download/12/OnyX.dmg
Macinman
Macinman
Oct 31 2021
4.0.1
0.0
Oct 31 2021
0.0
Version: 4.0.1
For those on Monterey, the Monterey version of Onyx is now available from the developer's website. I saw it tonight, and installed.
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Oct 25 2021
4.0.0
4.0
Oct 25 2021
4.0
Version: 4.0.0
v4.0.1 is out. It's what now downloads from the link above. "• Added option to turn on/turn off the expanded Save As dialog • Issue corrected that sometimes prevents launching the application • Deleting the junk items improved • Source code improved"
rengarcia7
rengarcia7
Oct 24 2021
4.0.0
0.0
Oct 24 2021
0.0
Version: 4.0.0
I cannot seem to install OnyX due to an error message I keep getting that reads: "The disk needs to be repaired". ' To repair your startup disk, restart your computer while holding down Command-R, then select Disk Utility.' " I've run disk repair from within Utility, but with no success.
Eric•Woehler
Eric•Woehler
Jul 4 2021
3.9.7
5.0
Jul 4 2021
5.0
Version: 3.9.7
5 star app, been using it for many years on laptops and minis - multiple generations of hardware and OSs. Excellent software, reliable and worth running about once/week to clear caches and reset various parameters not normally done by simple restart. Highly recommended! 5 stars - no hesitation!
Castle-Rose
Castle-Rose
May 26 2023
4.4.0
5.0
May 26 2023
5.0
Version: 4.4.0
iMac Apps
iMac Apps
Apr 30 2023
4.3.9
5.0
Apr 30 2023
5.0
Version: 4.3.9
LKN G-Man
LKN G-Man
Mar 17 2023
4.3.7
5.0
Mar 17 2023
5.0
Version: 4.3.7
MQLe
MQLe
Mar 16 2023
4.3.7
5.0
Mar 16 2023
5.0
Version: 4.3.7
BillL3505
BillL3505
Jan 30 2023
4.3.6
5.0
Jan 30 2023
5.0
Version: 4.3.6
didifri
didifri
Jan 30 2023
4.3.6
5.0
Jan 30 2023
5.0
Version: 4.3.6
mfosgate
mfosgate
Dec 22 2022
4.3.4
5.0
Dec 22 2022
5.0
Version: 4.3.4
Baribeault
Baribeault
Nov 1 2022
4.3.0
1.0
Nov 1 2022
1.0
Version: 4.3.0
Frankp
Frankp
Nov 1 2022
4.3.0
5.0
Nov 1 2022
5.0
Version: 4.3.0
RavenNevermore
RavenNevermore
Oct 26 2022
4.2.5
5.0
Oct 26 2022
5.0
Version: 4.2.5
Sigil
Sigil
Aug 13 2022
4.2.2
5.0
Aug 13 2022
5.0
Version: 4.2.2
xouzouras
xouzouras
Jul 23 2022
4.2.1
5.0
Jul 23 2022
5.0
Version: 4.2.1
Packshot
Packshot
Jun 23 2022
4.2.0
5.0
Jun 23 2022
5.0
Version: 4.2.0
Satcomer
Satcomer
Apr 9 2022
4.1.7
5.0
Apr 9 2022
5.0
Version: 4.1.7
ajsalz89
ajsalz89
Feb 27 2022
4.1.6
5.0
Feb 27 2022
5.0
Version: 4.1.6
Frank-O'Connor
Frank-O'Connor
Feb 20 2022
4.1.6
5.0
Feb 20 2022
5.0
Version: 4.1.6
Lightning
Lightning
Feb 19 2022
4.1.6
5.0
Feb 19 2022
5.0
Version: 4.1.6
ivryernest
ivryernest
Feb 19 2022
4.1.6
5.0
Feb 19 2022
5.0
Version: 4.1.6
Djefis
Djefis
Jan 27 2022
4.1.5
5.0
Jan 27 2022
5.0
Version: 4.1.5
wgite56
wgite56
Jan 3 2022
4.1.5
5.0
Jan 3 2022
5.0
Version: 4.1.5
Hydester
Hydester
Jan 3 2022
4.1.4
5.0
Jan 3 2022
5.0
Version: 4.1.4
caseworkz
caseworkz
Jan 3 2022
4.1.4
5.0
Jan 3 2022
5.0
Version: 4.1.4
marcel52-1
marcel52-1
Dec 25 2021
4.1.4
1.0
Dec 25 2021
1.0
Version: 4.1.4
baxsur
baxsur
Dec 9 2021
4.1.4
5.0
Dec 9 2021
5.0
Version: 4.1.4
Bbug
Bbug
Nov 21 2021
4.1.1
5.0
Nov 21 2021
5.0
Version: 4.1.1
bing-3
bing-3
Nov 6 2021
4.1.0
3.0
Nov 6 2021
3.0
Version: 4.1.0
micorp-2
micorp-2
Sep 23 2021
3.9.9
5.0
Sep 23 2021
5.0
Version: 3.9.9
erdember
erdember
Jul 14 2021
3.9.7
5.0
Jul 14 2021
5.0
Version: 3.9.7
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Jul 4 2021
3.9.7
4.0
Jul 4 2021
4.0
Version: 3.9.7
danielmollerperia
danielmollerperia
Jun 13 2021
3.9.6
5.0
Jun 13 2021
5.0
Version: 3.9.6
Rachael74
Rachael74
Jun 2 2021
3.9.6
3.0
Jun 2 2021
3.0
Version: 3.9.6
Nazaire
Nazaire
Jun 1 2021
3.9.6
5.0
Jun 1 2021
5.0
Version: 3.9.6
mdorian339
mdorian339
Jun 1 2021
3.9.6
4.0
Jun 1 2021
4.0
Version: 3.9.6
ChristineVans
ChristineVans
Jun 1 2021
3.9.6
4.0
Jun 1 2021
4.0
Version: 3.9.6
freddygingham
freddygingham
May 31 2021
3.9.6
4.0
May 31 2021
4.0
Version: 3.9.6
Alfie_m
Alfie_m
May 19 2021
3.9.6
5.0
May 19 2021
5.0
Version: 3.9.6
Tsivonen
Tsivonen
Jan 21 2021
5.0
Jan 21 2021
5.0
Version: null
cade1
cade1
Jan 7 2021
4.0
Jan 7 2021
4.0
Version: null
vallee-blanche
vallee-blanche
Dec 17 2020
1.0
Dec 17 2020
1.0
Version: null
beastmci101
beastmci101
Dec 10 2020
5.0
Dec 10 2020
5.0
Version: null
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