If you’re getting a message saying the developer of an app can’t be verified when you open it, your Mac’s built-in security may be trying to protect you. The “developer cannot be verified” warning doesn’t always mean there’s something wrong with the app, and there are multiple ways to still safely open it. Keep reading, and we’ll walk you through what the error means, how to bypass it, and how to deal with other common warnings.
How to Open “Developer Cannot Be Verified” Files on Mac
Open System Settings and select Privacy & Security from the list. If you tried opening the app, select Open Anyway from the settings to start it. Alternatively, Ctrl-click on the app in the Finder and select Open to make your computer trust the app.
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- If you aren’t familiar with the developer or if you’re not sure that you can trust the app, move it to the Trash and delete it instead of risking getting a virus.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-us/102445
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/change-privacy-security-settings-on-mac-mchl211c911f/mac
- ↑ https://youtu.be/fENNhFLewFA?t=24
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-us/102445
- ↑ https://youtu.be/vHdoYbrWQiY?t=90
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/open-a-mac-app-from-an-unidentified-developer-mh40616/mac
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-us/102445
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/apple-cant-check-app-for-malicious-software-mchleab3a043/mac
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/if-an-app-is-not-from-the-mac-app-store-mh40620/mac