I dont see allow apps downloaded from anywhwere

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Gatekeeper, first introduced in OS X Mountain Lion, is a Mac security feature that helps protect your Mac from malware and other malicious software. In macOS Sierra, however, Apple made some important changes to Gatekeeper that seemingly limit the choices of power users who want to download and use the software beyond the list of apps officially approved by Apple.

While these changes are likely meant to further improve the security Macs are known for, they do put constraints on what you can do with your Mac. Keep in mind, though, that users who disable Gatekeeper protection do so at their own risk as you have to be an experienced Mac user to avoid malware and other malicious software.

Click the option 'Anywhere,' that removes Gatekeeper's blocking capabilities on your Mac, allowing you to download and open any app of the internet from an app developer you trust. I recommend only downloading from sources you trust so you don't wind up with an app downloaded with malware backed in.

Not helpful. This will run the App regardless as to who the developer may be. Enter your password when prompted. In the section titled Allow applications downloaded from: — select Anywhere. February 05, May 13, May 29, November 11, September 28, February 04, Subscribe to know first Our delivery owl will bring you our best deals and news about MacPaw apps.

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