Is this skill configured per project or globally?

It can be used both ways; you can install it globally for all Claude Code sessions or include specific instructions in a project's CLAUDE.md file.

Can I still force a permanent deletion if needed?

The skill is designed to prioritize safety by default. While it transforms standard 'rm' to 'trash', its primary goal is to ensure no file is unrecoverable during an AI-driven session.

Does this work with sudo commands?

Yes, the skill specifically monitors and blocks 'sudo rm -rf' patterns to prevent unauthorized or accidental system-level modifications.

How does Safe Delete prevent accidental file loss?

It uses PreToolUse hooks to intercept Bash commands, blocking dangerous patterns like 'rm -rf /' and redirecting standard 'rm' commands to the 'trash' utility for easy recovery.

Do I need to install any external tools for this skill to work?

Yes, you need a trash utility installed on your system, such as 'brew install trash' on macOS or 'trash-cli' on Linux, for the redirected commands to execute.

Safe Delete

Name: Safe Delete
Author: zot24

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Developer Tools

Safeguards your filesystem by intercepting dangerous rm commands and redirecting safe deletions to a recoverable trash utility.

Safe Delete provides a critical safety layer for Claude Code by preventing catastrophic data loss during file management tasks. By utilizing PreToolUse hooks, the skill automatically blocks high-risk patterns like 'rm -rf /' and 'sudo rm -rf' while transparently transforming standard 'rm' commands into recoverable 'trash' operations. This ensures that even if the AI suggests a deletion, files remain recoverable through the system trash rather than being permanently purged, making it an essential tool for developers who want to maintain a safe and reversible development environment.

Key Features

01Global or project-specific configuration via CLAUDE.md instructions

02PreToolUse hooks for real-time command validation and modification

03Automatic interception of dangerous patterns like 'rm -rf /' and 'rm -rf ~'

04Seamless transformation of standard 'rm' commands into 'trash' operations

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06Built-in tools to check, convert, and list blocked command patterns

Use Cases

01Implementing a 'recycle bin' workflow for AI-driven file modifications to ensure reversibility

02Preventing accidental system-wide or home directory deletions during automated cleanup tasks

03Enforcing safe terminal practices within project environments to protect source code and build artifacts

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add zot24/skills safe-delete

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT