The ultimate audio plugin manager for macOS
Scan, organize, and manage your AU, VST, VST3, and AAX plugins with powerful automation and license management.
License Management
Keep track of all your plugin licenses with iLok integration and manual serial number storage. Never lose a license again.
iLok Integration
Import license information directly from iLok CSV exports for automatic matching
Serial Number Storage
Manually add and store serial numbers for all your plugins in one secure location
License Tracking
View license status and details for each plugin at a glance
Powerful platform for comprehensive plugin management
Using our intelligent Matching feature, dynamically populate info about your plugins including pricing, descriptions, and shop URLs.
Advanced Tagging System
Organize your plugin collection with custom tags, colors, and categories. Create the perfect workflow for your music production needs.
Custom Tags
Create unlimited custom tags like "Mixing", "Mastering", or "Go-To" to organize your plugins
Color-Coded Organization
Assign unique colors to tags for visual identification and quick filtering
Tag-Based Filtering
Quickly filter your entire collection by tags to find exactly what you need
Advanced Duplicates Detection
Our sophisticated duplicates finder scans your entire plugin collection to identify redundant installations that waste disk space and can cause conflicts.
Smart Matching Algorithm
Identifies duplicates by name, manufacturer, and bundle ID with confidence scoring
Space Analysis
Shows exactly how much disk space each duplicate group consumes
Safe Removal Options
Choose which duplicates to keep and remove with confidence
Powerful Features for Plugin Management
Everything you need to organize and manage your audio plugin collection
Smart Plugin Discovery
Automatically scans all standard macOS plugin directories including AU, VST, VST3, and AAX formats. Finds plugins you didn't even know you had.
Database Integration
Automatically matches your plugins against our comprehensive database to get pricing, descriptions, and shop URLs. Know what your plugins are worth.
Enable/Disable Plugins
Quickly enable or disable plugins by renaming them with a simple click. Perfect for troubleshooting DAW issues or organizing your workflow.
Plugin Organization & Tags
Move plugins between directories and organize with custom tags. Create categories like "Mixing," "Mastering," or "Synths" to quickly find the right tool for any project.
Duplicate Detection
Find duplicate plugins across your system with our advanced duplicates finder. Save disk space and clean up redundant installations that can cause conflicts.
Advanced Filtering
Filter plugins by format, manufacturer, enabled status, tags, or search by name. Quickly find exactly what you're looking for in large collections.
How PLUGPANE Works
Simple, powerful plugin management in three easy steps
Scan Your System
Launch PlugPane and let it automatically scan all plugin directories on your Mac. It discovers every AU, VST, VST3, and AAX plugin.
Review & Organize
Browse your complete plugin library with detailed information. See duplicates, enable/disable plugins, and view database matches.
Manage with Ease
Move, organize, and manage your plugins. Keep your DAW running smoothly with only the plugins you need active.
Built for Audio Professionals
PlugPane was designed by musicians and producers who understand the challenges of managing large plugin collections. Whether you have 50 plugins or 500, PlugPane helps you stay organized.
- Native macOS application with optimized performance
- Supports Apple Silicon and Intel processors
- Works with all major DAWs and plugin hosts
- Safe plugin management with backup and restore options
Using our intelligent Matching feature, dynamically populate info about your plugins including pricing, descriptions, and shop URLs.
You deserve a better plugin manager.
Ready to organize your plugin collection? Download below for free and start managing your audio plugins like a pro.
Current Version: 2.3 Beta
Comprehensive tagging system, authentication tracking, CSV import/export, AAX support, and smart refresh functionality
This version is fully code-signed by Apple.
Donate