Security
Can I delete Dashlane from my Mac?
Yes, you can delete the app because it has been retired in favor of a browser extension and web app. Removing it will not affect your password vault.
See how much space Dashlane really takes before you decide
Dashlane data usually takes 100 MB – 1 GB on a Mac. The free scan shows the exact size on your Mac before you change anything.
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- Dashlane
- Typical data size
- 100 MB – 1 GB
- Category
- Security
- File Location
~/Library/Application Support/Dashlane
What happens when you remove Dashlane
Specific to Dashlane
Since the service now operates via browser extensions, the standalone software is largely obsolete. Your passwords live in your account and remain accessible on mobile devices and browsers. Deleting the application does not remove data folders like ~/Library/Application Support/Dashlane, which typically occupy 100 MB – 1 GB.
Where your Dashlane data lives
Dashlane keeps none of your own files in its folders; what it stores is rebuilt automatically or comes from your account.
- Current status
- Dashlane retired its macOS desktop app; Dashlane now works on a Mac through its browser extension and web app.
- Account and sync
- Your passwords are stored in your Dashlane account and remain available in the browser extension and mobile apps.
Risks of deleting Dashlane
The primary risk involves losing access to your account if you forget your credentials. Because the app no longer handles syncing, ensure your recovery methods are active. Only manually removing leftover folders will permanently erase the remaining settings and app data.
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How to delete Dashlane completely
Quit Dashlane, move it to the Trash, then remove what it left in ~/Library/Application Support/Dashlane. The full step-by-step guide:
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