Tools & Tips

Digital Decluttering Tools

Here is a list of links to apps, programs, and other tools and resources mentioned in individual posts.

Cloud Storage

  • Dropbox: Simplifies file sharing and syncing across devices with intuitive collaboration tools.
  • Google Drive: A versatile platform for storing, sharing, and collaborating on files with Google Docs integration.
  • iCloud: Apple’s solution for securely storing files, photos, and backups, seamlessly across Apple devices.

Duplicate Removal (Photos)

  • CleanMy®Phone App includes smart photo cleaner that helps you declutter by removing duplicates and similar shots.
  • Duplicate Cleaner: Efficiently finds and removes duplicate files and photos to free up disk space.
  • PhotoSweeper: A powerful duplicate photo finder for Mac users, ideal for organizing photo libraries.

Email Management

  • Clean Email: This tool helps you group and organize emails in bulk, making it easy to delete, archive, or categorize messages.
  • Spark: A smart email app that prioritizes important emails and helps you snooze or archive messages with a swipe.
  • Unroll.me: Perfect for unsubscribing from unwanted newsletters and bundling the ones you want to keep.

File Cleaning / Duplicate Removal

  • AppCleaner (Mac): Uninstalls apps thoroughly by removing leftover files and preferences.
  • CCleaner (Windows): Cleans temporary files, optimizes your system, and improves privacy.
  • CleanMyMac (Mac): An all-in-one Mac cleaner that removes junk files and improves performance.
  • CleanMyPC (Windows): Finds duplicate and unused files.
  • Duplicate Cleaner (Windows): Identifies and removes duplicate files, freeing up valuable storage.
  • Gemini 2 (Mac): Helps you clean up duplicate and similar files with a sleek and intuitive interface.
  • Files by Google: Faster way to clean up, find, and share files.
  • Revo Uninstaller (Windows): Uninstalls programs completely, including stubborn leftovers.

File Organizing

  • Automator (Mac): Built-in macOS tool that can batch rename files easily.
  • DaisyDisk (Mac): Visualizes disk space usage, making it easy to locate and delete large files.
  • DropIt (Windows): Automates file organization with customizable rules and actions.
  • Fences (Windows): Organizes desktop clutter by grouping icons into customizable areas.
  • FileBrowser (iOS): Lets you rename multiple files at once on iPhones and iPads.
  • File Juggler (Windows): Automates file management tasks like renaming, moving, or deleting based on rules.
  • Hazel (Mac): Automatically organizes and cleans files based on user-defined rules.
  • PowerToys (Windows): Includes the PowerRename feature for bulk renaming files.
  • Solid Explorer (Android): A powerful file manager with batch renaming capabilities.
  • Unclutter (Mac): A handy tool for quick access to files, notes, and clipboard history. 
  • WinDirStat (Windows): Provides a detailed visual representation of disk usage for easy cleanup.

Photo Management

  • Amazon Photos: Unlimited full-resolution photo storage for Prime members with seamless organization.
  • Apple Photos: Seamlessly integrates with Apple devices, offering features like Memories and People albums.
  • Google Photos: Great for auto-organizing by faces, locations, and objects. Its search functionality is top-notch.
  • iCloud: Keeps your photo library updated and accessible across all Apple devices.
  • Lightroom: Ideal for photography enthusiasts who want editing and organizing tools in one app.
  • Mylio: Perfect for syncing photos across multiple devices without relying entirely on the cloud.