MacPaw software

MacPaw is a software company primarily known for developing popular macOS and iOS utilities, most notably CleanMyMac and the subscription-based service Setapp. Founded in 2008, the company has established itself as an industry leader in the Mac ecosystem, focusing on performance optimization, malware protection, and file management.

Headquartered in Kyiv, Ukraine, MacPaw conducts the vast majority of its research and development locally. Over the years, the company has expanded its operations globally, maintaining an office in Dublin, Ireland, and a presence in the United States and Cyprus. Despite the challenges of operating in a conflict-affected region, MacPaw continues to operate primarily out of Ukraine, maintaining its commitment to its founding city.

The brand remains independent and privately held, owned by its founder, Oleksandr Kosovan. It has grown into one of the most successful tech companies to emerge from Eastern Europe, serving over 30 million users worldwide. The company is actively involved in the Mac ecosystem and is recognized for its design-centric approach and contributions to open-source software.