
If you choose to allow installations from identified developers then Apple will look for evidence that the app is notarized and it will also verify that the app hasn’t been tampered with and no malware is present. If you prefer to allow installations from outside the Mac App Store follow the same steps but choose App Store and identified developers from the options.


An identified developer is one whose software has been scanned by Apple to ensure it is safe. Mac users can choose to only install apps from the Mac App Store, which is the safest option as it mean that the app has been thoroughly checked by Apple before being distributed.Īlternatively there is an option to install apps from the Mac App Store and from identified developers. Apple makes it hard to install an app that might not be safe on a Mac.
