Is a .git Folder Safe to Delete?
No. .git is the repository. Deleting it destroys history unless the project is also on a remote.
Side effects: You lose commits, branches, and remotes stored only in that clone.
What is .git?
MacMop should never mark .git as junk. If you reached this page, keep the folder. Size usually comes from Git objects — use git gc, not deletion.
Is it safe to delete?
Not recommended — Deleting.git could cause issues with your system or applications. Only proceed if you know exactly what you're doing.
What happens after deletion?
You lose commits, branches, and remotes stored only in that clone. 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 .gitWarning: This command permanently deletes the folder. Double-check the path before running.
Finder
- Open Finder
- Press ⌘ + Shift + G (Go to Folder)
- Paste:
.git - Move the folder to Trash
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