Auto-organize files on your Mac
Auto-organize files on your Mac
A macOS app that watches your folders and moves files where they belong. Set a rule once and never think about it again. Now with CLI and MCP.
Download from App Store Install CLI →
Start free with one rule, unlock everything one-time for $19.99 - macOS 13+
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What's coming next
AutoShelf is actively developed. Here's what we're working on.
- shipped CLI: control AutoShelf from the terminal. Create rules, manage folders, and trigger actions via command line
- shipped MCP server: connect AutoShelf to local AI assistants. Let Claude, Codex, and other agents manage your file organization rules
- in progress AI-powered rules: describe what you want in plain language and AutoShelf builds the rule for you
- planned Rule creation wizard: step-by-step guided flow for building rules, no guesswork needed
- planned File conversions: auto-convert media files between formats (HEIC→JPG, MOV→MP4, WAV→MP3, and more)
- exploring Cloud storage uploads: route files directly to iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, and more
- exploring Auto downloads: fetch files from RSS feeds, URLs, torrents, or cloud storage on a schedule Request a Feature →
- Organize Downloads
- Auto-delete DMGs
- Clean Desktop
- Sort by Source
- Auto-trash Installers
- ### How do I auto-organize files on Mac? AutoShelf lets you set rules that watch your folders and automatically move, copy, rename, tag, or trash files. For example, you can create a rule to move all .pdf files from Downloads to a Documents folder. Once set, it runs silently in the background.
- ### How do I organize my Downloads folder on Mac? AutoShelf includes built-in templates like Organize Downloads and Auto-delete DMGs. It sorts files by type, source URL, or the app that downloaded them: Safari, Chrome, Arc, and more. Set it up once and your Downloads folder stays clean automatically.
- ### Is AutoShelf free? Yes. AutoShelf is free with one fully functional rule. To unlock unlimited rules, you can upgrade with a one-time purchase of $19.99. No subscription required.
- ### What macOS versions does AutoShelf support? AutoShelf requires macOS 13 Ventura or later. It runs as a Universal Binary supporting both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.
- ### Does AutoShelf work offline?
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// templates
File organizer templates. Start fast, customize later.
Five built-in templates cover the most common use cases. Organize Downloads by file type. Auto-delete old DMGs. Clean your Desktop weekly. Sort by source URL. Or build your own rule from scratch.
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// download source
Sort files by download source. Route them automatically.
Every file carries metadata. AutoShelf reads the download URL and can route files based on where they came from. GitHub repos to Developer/. Figma exports to Design/. Slack files to Work/. Your rules, your logic.
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// downloaded by
Track which app downloaded a file. Organize by browser or app.
Safari, Chrome, Arc, Finder. AutoShelf knows which app downloaded each file. Tag Safari downloads for review. Route Chrome extensions to a separate folder. Filter installers from your browser. Context matters.
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Multi-condition rules
Combine file type, source URL, download app, size, age, and filename in a single rule. Stack conditions to match exactly what you need.
Actions
Move, copy, rename, tag, trash, archive, optimize, and more. Each action is explicit so you always know what happens.
Optimize JPGs & PNGs
Automatically reduce image file sizes without visible quality loss. Perfect for keeping your photo exports and screenshots lean.
Runs in the menu bar
AutoShelf lives in your menu bar, not your Dock. It watches your folders silently, takes action instantly, and stays out of your way.
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// who is it for
Developers
Clone repos, download SDKs, save patches. Your Downloads folder is a crime scene. AutoShelf routes .zip, .tar, .css, .js to your dev workspace by source, type, or name.
Photographers
RAW files, exports, client assets, mood boards. Everything lands in one pile. Sort by file type, size, or date into organized project folders.
Digital Hoarders
You download everything. Installers from 2019. Duplicate PDFs. That zip you never opened. AutoShelf trashes what expires and archives what matters.
Freelancers
Invoices, contracts, deliverables, briefs. All mixed with memes and screenshots. Route documents to project folders, trash the noise, tag what needs review.
Students
Lecture slides, readings, assignments, research papers. All dumped into Downloads. Auto sort by course, type, or semester without lifting a finger.
Everyone Else
If you have ever spent 20 minutes looking for a file you downloaded yesterday, AutoShelf is for you. Set it up once. Forget it exists. Like it should be.
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Stop organizing. Start creating.
Download from App Store Start free with one rule, unlock everything one-time for $19.99 - macOS 13+
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Frequently asked questions
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