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NameChanger

mrrsoftware.com

Free plan macOS
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Spec score 7.3 #26 of 31 in File Renaming Software

What it is

NameChanger is a free macOS application for renaming groups of files while previewing the resulting names as you type. Files can be added through its interface or by dragging them into the app, and it can recursively add files from a directory structure. Rename methods include text replacement, wildcards, prefixes, suffixes, dates, sequences, character removal, regular expressions, metadata-based naming, and case changes. Controls can hide extensions, ignore case, and force unique resulting names. The app keeps a history of renames automatically. Its Image Browser supports visual naming and picture reordering. In Finder, selected files can be sent through Services > Rename with NameChanger. Version 3.4.4 is listed as a Universal Build for OS X 10.13 and later, with older releases for earlier systems. The Free plan is free.

Spec sheet

Purpose
NameChanger is designed to rename a list of files and previews the resulting names as you type.Read 9 Oct 2026 · mrrsoftware.com
Support
The maker's contact page provides a link to contact MRR Software via email.Read 9 Oct 2026 · mrrsoftware.com
Advanced options
Options include hiding file extensions, ignoring case, and forcing resulting names to be unique.Read 9 Oct 2026 · mrrsoftware.com
Current version
The page lists version 3.4.4 as a Universal Build for OS X 10.13+.Read 9 Oct 2026 · mrrsoftware.com
File handling
Files can be added through the GUI or by dragging and dropping them into the app.Read 9 Oct 2026 · mrrsoftware.com
Finder integration
NameChanger can be used as a System Service by selecting files in Finder and choosing Services > Rename with NameChanger.Read 9 Oct 2026 · mrrsoftware.com
Folder scanning
The app can recursively add all files in a directory structure.Read 9 Oct 2026 · mrrsoftware.com
History
NameChanger automatically keeps a history of renames performed.Read 9 Oct 2026 · mrrsoftware.com
Image Browser
The Image Browser supports visual naming and reordering of pictures.Read 9 Oct 2026 · mrrsoftware.com
License and warranty
The EULA says the software is provided as is without express or implied warranties.Read 9 Oct 2026 · mrrsoftware.com
Older systems
The page lists previous versions for OS X 10.7+, 10.6–10.9, 10.5, and 10.4, as well as version 1.0 for OS X 10.3.Read 9 Oct 2026 · mrrsoftware.com
Rename options
Rename options include replacing text, wildcards, appending or prepending text, dates, sequences, character removal, regular expressions, and changing case.Read 9 Oct 2026 · mrrsoftware.com

Plans and prices

Free Free Freeware for personal, commercial, non-profit, and educational use · unlimited installations and copies Read 9 Oct 2026 · mrrsoftware.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Free plan with unlimited installations and copies
  • Preview names before applying renames
  • Regular expressions and metadata-based naming
  • Recursive directory scanning
  • Finder Services integration

Limits

  • Available only on macOS
  • EULA provides software as is without warranties
  • Current version requires OS X 10.13+

Who it suits

It suits macOS users who need batch renaming with previews, pattern tools, metadata-based naming, and Finder access. It also supports visual picture naming and recursive folder scanning.

Verdict

NameChanger covers batch renaming with many rule types, previews, history, and Finder integration. Its free macOS-only distribution and listed system requirements define the fit.

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