Overview:

Bootabler transforms the process of creating bootable macOS installation media into a simple, guided experience. With just a few clicks, create bootable USB drives or ISO images for any macOS version from Mavericks to the latest release. Perfect for system recovery, clean installations, or deploying macOS across multiple devices, Bootabler handles all the technical details while providing a clean, intuitive interface. Whether you’re an IT professional managing a fleet of Macs or an individual user preparing for system upgrades, Bootabler makes bootable media creation simple, fast, and reliable.

Comprehensive Installer Management

• • Automatic Detection: Scans your Applications folder to find all installed macOS installer applications
  • Manual Addition: Add installers from custom locations or install from .pkg files
  • Version Support: Works with macOS versions from Mavericks (10.9) through the latest releases
  • Installer Details: View comprehensive information about each installer including version, build number, and size

Multiple Media Creation Options

• • Bootable USB Creation: Create bootable USB drives for Mac installation and recovery
  • ISO/DMG Creation: Generate macOS installation disk images for virtualization or archiving
  • SIP Compatibility: Works seamlessly with System Integrity Protection enabled or disabled

Advanced Disk Management

• • Disk Detection: Automatically detects and displays connected removable drives
  • Disk Information: Shows comprehensive details including size, free space, and device identifiers
  • Eject Function: Safely eject disks directly from the application

Intuitive User Experience

• • Modern Interface: Clean, native macOS design using SwiftUI
  • Step-by-Step Progress: Detailed progress tracking for all operations
  • Terminal Integration: Embedded Terminal view for SIP-enabled systems
  • Error Handling: Comprehensive error reporting and troubleshooting guidance

Technical Specifications

• • Supported OS: macOS 11.0 (Big Sur) or later
  • Architecture: Universal (Intel and Apple Silicon)
  • Installation Requirements:
    • Administrator privileges
    • Approximately 10MB of disk space for the application
    • Space for macOS installers (12GB+ each)
  • Media Requirements:
    • USB drives: Minimum 16GB capacity
    • DMG/ISO: Approximately 16 to GB+ free space on the destination drive

Use Cases:

End Users

• • • Create recovery media for Mac troubleshooting
    • Perform clean installations of macOS
    • Upgrade multiple Macs to a new macOS version without re-downloading installers

IT Professionals

• • • Deploy standardized macOS installations across multiple devices
    • Maintain a library of macOS installer versions for compatibility testing
    • Create bootable media for Mac deployment and maintenance

Developers and Testers

• • • Generate ISO files for virtual machine testing
    • Maintain bootable installers for various macOS versions to test software compatibility
    • Quickly create test environments for macOS application development

Under the Hood

Bootabler leverages Apple’s official createinstallmedia utility included with macOS installers, ensuring compatibility and reliability. The application handles all aspects of the process including:

• • Disk preparation and formatting
  • Media creation with proper boot records
  • Progress monitoring and error handling
  • Administrator authentication
  • System Integrity Protection (SIP) compatibility

For systems with SIP enabled, Bootabler employs a specialized Terminal-based workflow that maintains security while providing full functionality.

Privacy and Security

Bootabler is designed with security in mind:

• • Requires administrator authentication only when necessary
  • Uses Apple’s official createinstallmedia utility without modifications
  • No network access required for core functionality
  • No user data collection or tracking
  • All operations performed locally on your Mac

Support and Development

Bootabler is actively maintained and developed by MacMeUp, with regular updates to support new macOS versions and enhance functionality. Support is available through our website, and we welcome user feedback to guide future development.

Bootabler – The Ultimate macOS Bootable Media Creator

Creating bootable macOS installation media shouldn’t require Terminal commands or complex workflows. Bootabler delivers a streamlined, intuitive solution that handles all the technical details for you, making bootable media creation accessible to users of all skill levels.

Simple, Powerful, Reliable

Bootabler combines powerful functionality with an elegant, native macOS interface. The application automatically detects installed macOS installers, manages connected USB drives, and guides you through the entire process with detailed progress tracking and clear feedback.

Multiple Media Options

Whether you need a bootable USB drive for Mac recovery and installation or an ISO image for virtualization and deployment, Bootabler has you covered. Create bootable USB drives with a few clicks, or generate disk images that can be used with virtualization platforms or converted to other formats.

Compatible with All Old and Modern macOS Versions

From macOS Mavericks (10.9) to the latest releases (macOS Sequoia is the latest version available at time), Bootabler supports creating installation media for any version of macOS, provided you have the installer application. The built-in installer management system helps you organize and use multiple macOS versions.

Reliable, Secure, and Up-to-Date

Built on Apple’s official utilities and continuously updated for compatibility with the latest macOS releases, Bootabler delivers reliable results while maintaining the security and integrity of your system. No special knowledge required – just select your installer, choose your destination, and let Bootabler handle the rest.

Simplify your macOS installation media creation today with Bootabler – because powerful tools should also be easy to use.