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notunes · v3.5
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8.0
Simple application that will prevent iTunes or Apple Music from launching
brew install --cask notunes 1.5K
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Trust Score 7/10
✓ Open source (MIT) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✓ Popular (>1K installs/mo) +1
Review
Mar 10, 2026noTunes is a simple macOS application designed to prevent iTunes or Apple Music from launching, offering a straightforward solution for users who wish to avoid these apps. Its open-source nature and active community support make it a reliable tool for managing app behavior.
Prevents iTunes or Apple Music from launching on macOS.
Maturity: The project is mature with significant community interest and regular updates.
Community: Hacker News discussions highlight strong positive reception, with the highest-voted mention gaining significant attention. No Reddit mentions found.
Pros
- + Blocks Apple Music and iTunes effectively
- + Open-source with active community support
- + Simple and lightweight application
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some compatibility issues with newer macOS versions
Community Mentions
Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown