Music & Audio
Can I delete Logic Pro from my Mac?
You can delete Logic Pro from your Mac, and you will not lose your music projects or custom presets because they are stored separately from the application binary. The app itself is tied to your Apple Account, so you can download it again for free later.
See how much space Logic Pro really takes before you decide
Logic Pro data usually takes 2 GB – 100 GB on a Mac. The free scan shows the exact size on your Mac before you change anything.
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- Logic Pro
- Typical data size
- 2 GB – 100 GB
- Category
- Music & Audio
- File Location
~/Music/Audio Music Apps
What you keep when you remove Logic Pro
Specific to Logic Pro
Your personal work, including projects and custom patches, remains in your user folders and is not deleted with the app. The large sound library, which typically occupies between 2 GB and 100 GB, resides in shared system locations that GarageBand and MainStage also access. If you still use those other applications, you must keep the shared sound content to ensure they function correctly. Your account license allows you to reinstall the software without paying again.
Where your Logic Pro data lives
These folders hold your own Logic Pro data. Deleting the app leaves them in place; removing them is what actually deletes it.
- Account and sync
- Logic Pro is bought through the App Store with your Apple Account and can be downloaded again.
- Your files
- Projects are saved to ~/Music/Logic by default and are not removed with the app.
Preparation before removing Logic Pro
Since the sound library is shared, check if GarageBand or MainStage are installed before removing any system-level assets. You should back up your custom presets and channel strips to avoid accidental loss if you later decide to clear user data manually. Ensure your projects are saved to your preferred backup location, as they persist independently of the application. Remember that items in the Trash can be restored until you empty it.
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How to delete Logic Pro completely
Quit Logic Pro, move it to the Trash, then remove what it left in ~/Music/Audio Music Apps. The full step-by-step guide:
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- Keep it or cancelCancel in your App Store settings at least 24 hours before the trial ends and you won't be charged.
After the free trial, Pro costs $39.99 per year in your country's App Store; cancel any time.