syncthing-macos
About syncthing-macos
Syncthing for macOS is a native application bundle that provides a macOS-friendly interface for Syncthing, a peer-to-peer file synchronization tool. It wraps the Syncthing background process to integrate more seamlessly with macOS features and user expectations.
The application includes its own Syncthing instance and is designed to be simple and lightweight, focusing on core functionality while adhering to macOS design guidelines. It handles automatic updates, provides system tray integration, and manages the Syncthing process without requiring command-line configuration.
Key features
- Opens Syncthing WebGUI in system preferred browser
- Optionally starts on login without service setup
- Tray icon with sync status indicator
- Retina-ready application and status icons
- Automatic updates via Sparkle framework
- Quick access to shared folders in Finder
- Log file stored in standard macOS application support directory
Download v2.1.2-1
Jul 12, 2026macOSmacOS
Frequently asked questions
- Is syncthing-macos free?
- Yes. syncthing-macos is free and open-source software, distributed under the MIT license.
- Which platforms does syncthing-macos support?
- syncthing-macos provides downloads for macOS.
- What is the latest version of syncthing-macos?
- The latest version is v2.1.2-1, released on Jul 12, 2026.
- What macOS versions are supported?
- Syncthing v2 requires macOS 12 or higher. Older versions have varying requirements, with v1.27.6-1 being the last version compatible with macOS 10.13. The application automatically checks for updates unless disabled.
- How do I install Syncthing for macOS?
- Download the DMG from GitHub Releases, mount it, and drag the application to install. It can also be installed via Homebrew with 'brew install --cask syncthing-app'. The application bundles its own Syncthing binary and handles configuration automatically.
- Where are configuration files stored?
- User-specific files including configuration and databases are stored in ~/Library/Application Support/Syncthing. The config.xml file in this directory can be manually edited for advanced configuration.
- How do I disable automatic updates?
- Run 'defaults write com.github.xor-gate.syncthing-macosx SUEnableAutomaticChecks 0' in Terminal. This is recommended only for unsupported macOS versions to prevent update notifications.
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