The short answer
Yes. Rebuilt or re-downloaded automatically when needed.
What is it?
The Parcel bundler keeps a .parcel-cache folder next to package.json so rebuilds are fast. It stores transformed files and build graphs. Only folders in projects untouched for 14 days are considered. Typically tens of MB to a few GB.
What happens if you delete it?
Parcel rebuilds the cache on the next build or dev server start; that first build is slower.
How to remove it properly
Stop Parcel, then move the folder to the Trash in Finder, or run rm -rf .parcel-cache in the project (permanent).
Quit the app that uses it, then move it to the Trash. Empty the Trash when you’re sure.
- MoreRoom only suggests items unused for 14 days or more.
How MoreRoom helps
MoreRoom recognises this item, shows its real size and when it was last used, and labels it “Safe to remove”. In the free version you can move it to the Trash in one click, with Undo; Pro collects every safe item at once.
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to delete the .parcel-cache folder?
Yes. Rebuilt or re-downloaded automatically when needed. Parcel rebuilds the cache on the next build or dev server start; that first build is slower.
Will Parcel caches (.parcel-cache) come back after I delete it?
Yes. Parcel rebuilds the cache on the next build or dev server start; that first build is slower.
How do I remove Parcel caches (.parcel-cache) properly?
Stop Parcel, then move the folder to the Trash in Finder, or run rm -rf .parcel-cache in the project (permanent).