Mac OS X: Do not remove or modify SyncServices folder

  • Last Modified: May 28, 2009
  • Article: HT1865
  • Old Article: 301920

Summary

As if it were a swarm of bees, you should stay away from the SyncServices folder. Removing or modifying anything in the SyncServices folder--or in any subfolders within it--may cause unexpected issues. (This folder is located in your Application Support folder, in your Library folder, in your Home folder.) Deleting or modifying things in the SyncServices folder may cause unexpected results such as:

  • Duplicate contacts in Address Book or appointments in iCal.
  • Data loss in Address Book or iCal.

Important: Any lost or duplicate data could propagate to other devices and computers via iSync and MobileMe sync. This means data could be lost on other computers.

Products Affected

iSync 2.x, iSync 1.x, Mac OS X 10.4, Mac OS X 10.5, MobileMe

If you are attempting to troubleshoot an issue that involves this folder in Mac OS X 10.5 or later, see this article.

Additional Information

For advanced SyncServices troubleshooting, see this article.

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