What is tmp_cleaner?

tmp_cleaner does what its name says.

What is tmp_cleaner?

tmp_cleaner removes old temporary files from your Mac. It clears out /tmp, /var/tmp, and other temporary folders on a schedule.

How is it different from dirhelper?

Both clean temporary files, but in different places. tmp_cleaner handles the standard Unix temp folders. dirhelper manages per-user temporary folders. Together they stop temporary files from piling up.

Does it delete important files?

No. It only touches files in temporary folders. Well-written programmes do not store important data in temporary folders.

Should you worry?

No. It is a simple housekeeping process that keeps temporary folders tidy.

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