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Batch file renaming on Mac

To rename many files at once on a Mac, choose between rules you run yourself and folder automation that renames new files as they arrive. The apps below document batch renaming on macOS; their pricing and automation differ.

Conditions checked

  • macOS
  • Batch rename

Before you choose

Preview, undo and handling of name collisions are unknown unless a source documents them. Try a rule on copies first.

Documented conditions compared

Each cell reflects the catalog's current qualified sources for this platform. Not documented means unknown, not unsupported. Notes and sources are on each app below.

AppFreeAutomation
Advanced RenamerFree, important features paid · One-time purchaseDocumented
HazelOne-time purchaseDocumented
NameChangerDocumentedNot documented
Shutter EncoderDocumentedDocumented

Products with evidence for these conditions

Listed alphabetically, with no paid placement. Inclusion establishes these documented conditions, not a hands-on endorsement or a guarantee of fit.

Sources for the apps above were checked between 2026-09-26 and 2026-09-29.

Common questions

Do I need automation or a one-off rename?

A one-off rename suits a batch you check yourself. Folder automation applies rules to new files without asking, so it suits recurring work but needs careful rules. The table shows which apps document automation.

Is a free app free for work use?

Not always. Some free licenses cover only personal or non-commercial use, and some free editions keep important features paid. The notes on each card show what the sources record.

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