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Pared

Controls Apple Intelligence features and models on Mac

Developer ToolsOpen sourceOpen source · verified#apple-intelligence#macos#system-utility

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What is Pared?

Pared lets Mac users remove Apple Intelligence models without turning off System Integrity Protection. It runs on Apple Silicon Macs with recent macOS versions. The tool provides a native app, a command line wizard, and modules for nix-darwin and Home Manager. Standard installation does not require Xcode or Homebrew.

Users select which Apple Intelligence features remain active, disable others, or revert to app defaults. Pared keeps shared models needed by enabled features. After reviewing choices, users install a configuration profile in System Settings. This profile applies controls and blocks unwanted model downloads. Saving settings and removing models are separate actions.

The project is open source under the MIT license. Developers can build the app from source with Xcode or use shell scripts for offline workflows. Nix modules can automate model cleanup during system activation.

Pared features

  • Removes Apple Intelligence models without disabling SIP
  • Native app and command line setup wizard included
  • Supports nix-darwin and Home Manager configuration
  • Preserves shared models required by enabled features
  • Installs a System Settings profile to block downloads
  • Separates feature toggles from model removal steps

Who uses Pared and for what

  • Disable unused Apple Intelligence features to save disk space
  • Manage model downloads across multiple Macs using Nix modules
  • Keep System Integrity Protection enabled while customizing AI features
  • Automate macOS configuration cleanup during system activation
  • Revert Apple Intelligence settings to default app behavior

Pared FAQ

Is Pared free?

Yes, Pared is available under the MIT license and can be downloaded and used at no cost. The website does not mention any paid tiers or subscriptions.

Does Pared work on Windows or Linux?

Pared is designed specifically for Apple Silicon Macs running recent macOS versions. The website does not say it supports Windows or Linux.

Is Pared open source?

Yes, the repository is public and released under the MIT license. The source code is available for review and modification.

What is Pared used for?

Pared is used to remove Apple Intelligence models on Mac without disabling System Integrity Protection. It allows users to control which AI features stay active and installs a configuration profile to manage model downloads.

Does Pared require Homebrew or Xcode to install?

Standard installation does not require Homebrew or Xcode. You can run a setup wizard via the command line or use the native app. Building from source requires Xcode.

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