macOS DiagnosticReports Folder (~/Library/Logs/DiagnosticReports)

Bottom Line: It is 100% safe to delete files inside DiagnosticReports. These .crash, .ips, and .spin files are plain text crash logs generated when Mac applications freeze or crash.

What is the DiagnosticReports Folder?

Located at ~/Library/Logs/DiagnosticReports (and system-wide at /Library/Logs/DiagnosticReports), this folder stores crash reports, kernel panic logs, and application freeze logs on macOS.

Whenever an app unexpectedly quits or hangs, macOS generates a detailed diagnostic text report containing stack traces. Over months of using apps like Chrome, Xcode, or Adobe Photoshop, thousands of .ips and .crash report files accumulate, cluttering your drive.

Can You Delete DiagnosticReports?

✅ Yes, it is completely safe to delete.

• Zero risk: Removing crash logs does not uninstall applications, delete user settings, or corrupt your Mac.
• Purely informational: Unless you are actively reporting an app crash to a software developer, you do not need these logs.

How to Safely Clean Up DiagnosticReports on Mac

Method 1: Delete via Finder

1. Open Finder.
2. Press Cmd + Shift + G to open the Go to Folder prompt.
3. Paste: ~/Library/Logs/DiagnosticReports and press Enter.
4. Select all .crash and .ips files and move them to Trash.
5. Empty your Trash.

Method 2: Delete via Mac Terminal

Open Terminal and run:

rm -rf ~/Library/Logs/DiagnosticReports/*

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