# Pastebot for Mac

> Clipboard history with filters and saved pastebins.

Pastebot keeps a searchable history of what you copy, stores reusable clippings in custom and rule-based pastebins, and runs stackable text filters before pasting. A stack pastes clippings in sequence, and iCloud keeps several Macs in step.

## Facts

- Price: Paid up front
- Developer: Tapbots
- Category: Productivity
- Website: https://tapbots.com/pastebot/
- Mac App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pastebot-3/id6761201231
- Homebrew cask: pastebot
- Requires: macOS 26.2 or later
- App Store version: 3.1.2
- Facts checked: 2026-10-19
- MacWorthy page: https://macworthy.com/apps/pastebot/

## Install

Homebrew:

```sh
brew install --cask pastebot
```

Mac App Store CLI:

```sh
mas install 6761201231
```

## Questions

### How much does Pastebot cost?

Pastebot is paid software, bought up front from tapbots.com.

### Where can I download Pastebot for Mac?

Download Pastebot from the Mac App Store and the developer's website (tapbots.com). MacWorthy links only to official sources.

### Can I install Pastebot from the Terminal?

Yes. With Homebrew, run `brew install --cask pastebot`. With Mac App Store CLI, run `mas install 6761201231`.

### Which macOS version does Pastebot need?

The Mac App Store version of Pastebot requires macOS 26.2 or later.

### What are good alternatives to Pastebot?

Other productivity apps for Mac worth a look are Paste (subscription), Maccy (open source), Copse (one-time purchase) and Klipto (free + pro).

## Alternatives in Productivity

- [Paste](https://macworthy.com/apps/paste/): Clipboard history you can actually browse. (Subscription)
- [Maccy](https://macworthy.com/apps/maccy/): A tiny, keyboard-first clipboard manager. (Open source)
- [Copse](https://macworthy.com/apps/copse/): A small, searchable clipboard history. (One-time purchase)
- [Klipto](https://macworthy.com/apps/klipto/): A private clipboard manager with ordered pasting. (Free + Pro)
- [Tinycast](https://macworthy.com/apps/tinycast/): A small open-source launcher that stays light. (Open source)
- [SuperCmd](https://macworthy.com/apps/supercmd/): A Swift launcher with AI, dictation and screenshots built in. (One-time purchase)
- [Deck](https://macworthy.com/apps/deck/): A clipboard history that stays on your Mac. (Free)
- [Just Copy](https://macworthy.com/apps/just-copy/): Clipboard history that drops from the notch. (One-time purchase)

Tags: clipboard, text filters, icloud