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forel · v1.0.9 • auto-updates
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Rule-based file automation
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Trust Score 8/10
✓ Open source (GPL-3.0) +3
✓ Active development +2
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✗ New (<1yr) +0
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Oct 12, 2026Forel is an open-source, rule-based file automation tool for macOS, offering a free alternative to Hazel. It enables users to automate file organization and management with customizable rules, ideal for those seeking a non-proprietary solution.
Forel automates file organization on macOS using user-defined rules.
Maturity: The project is actively maintained with recent commits and a substantial GitHub presence, though it has some open issues.
Community: No community discussion found yet.
Pros
- + Open-source alternative to Hazel
- + Active development and maintenance
- + Customizable file automation rules
Cons
- - May not appeal to users preferring proprietary software
- - Some open issues may indicate areas for improvement
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