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zdk/rm-safely

rm safely - a safety net for rm

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Decision brief

rm-safely

Good fit when

  • When you want to ensure accidental file deletions can be recovered, rm-safely provides an essential safety net for Unix-like systems.
  • For users who frequently navigate command-line interfaces on Linux or MacOS and wish to prevent irreversible mistakes while using the 'rm' command.

Avoid when

  • Avoid if you are working within environments where strict compliance with standard Unix commands is required, as rm-safely modifies this behavior.
  • Do not use in scenarios where the overhead of additional safeguards for file removal is unnecessary or unwanted for operational efficiency reasons.

Observed Jul 17, 2026 · Source: enrich:decision_facts

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Slowing (104d since push)
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Not a fork · Personal account
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Install

git clone https://github.com/zdk/rm-safely

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Overview

Provides a safer alternative to the Unix 'rm' command, ensuring accidental deletions are recoverable.

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