Where Does TaskExplorer Store Snapshots on Mac?
Where TaskExplorer keeps process snapshots and trust rules on Mac for review and full moves.
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TaskExplorer inspects running processes with snapshots stored under the Objective-See vendor folder: process trees plus signing state for loaded modules. A helper outside the bundle gathers what the UI shows.
Save snapshots before system updates to diff later; updates shuffle processes legitimately. The helper reinstalls per Mac and permissions never travel with files. Reach Library through Go to Folder.
Where TaskExplorer stores this, by platform
~/Library/Application Support/Objective-See/TaskExplorer
Snapshots and trust data under the vendor folder in Library. Helper reinstalls per Mac. Save snapshots before updates to diff later.
Frequently asked questions
How do I move TaskExplorer to a new Mac?
Copy the Objective-See data folder with scans closed, then reinstall the helper on the new Mac. Snapshots travel in files; the helper needs a fresh install. Re-grant Full Disk Access after restoring.
How do I compare process snapshots?
Open TaskExplorer and select a process to see loaded libraries and network handles. Snapshots save through the file menu for later diffing. The view always reflects the live system.
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