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OSXFUSE
osxfuse · v3.11.2 • deprecated
2
7.0
File system integration
brew install --cask osxfuse Note: osxfuse requires a kernel extension to work.
If the installation fails, retry after you enable it in:
System Settings → Privacy & Security
For more information, refer to vendor documentation or this Apple Technical Note:
https://developer.apple.com/library/content/technotes/tn2459/_index.html
You must reboot for the installation of osxfuse to take effect.
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Install trend
Trust Score 2/10
✗ Open source (NOASSERTION) +0
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✗ Deprecated +0
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 11, 2026OSXFUSE enables integration of various file systems on macOS, offering support for mounting different file systems. It's particularly useful for developers and users needing specific file system access.
OSXFUSE allows users to mount and interact with different file systems on macOS.
Maturity: While OSXFUSE is a mature project with a significant community following, it has notable issues with compatibility on newer macOS versions.
Community: Hacker News mentions highlight both use cases and compatibility issues, indicating some community interest.
Pros
- + Supports multiple file systems
- + Valuable for developers and specific use cases
- + Command-line integration
Cons
- - No auto-updates
- - Compatibility issues with newer macOS versions
Community Mentions
Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown