Is ~/.cache/uv Safe to Delete?
Yes. This is the uv Python package cache (including archive-v0). uv will re-download packages as needed.
Side effects: The next uv sync or uv pip install may be slower.
What is ~/.cache/uv?
uv stores downloaded Python wheels and source archives under ~/.cache/uv. The archive-v0 subdirectory is often the largest. Deleting it is safe; uv rebuilds the cache automatically.
Is it safe to delete?
Yes — ~/.cache/uv is generally safe to delete. The data in this folder is temporary and will be recreated by the application when needed.
Before deleting, make sure:
- You don't have any important unsaved work in the related application
- You're not in the middle of a critical task that might need this cached data
- You understand that initial load times may be slower after deletion
What happens after deletion?
The next uv sync or uv pip install may be slower. 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 ~/.cache/uvWarning: This command permanently deletes the folder. Double-check the path before running.
Finder
- Open Finder
- Press ⌘ + Shift + G (Go to Folder)
- Paste:
~/.cache/uv - Move the folder to Trash
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