Install Permission Denied (Mac)

Why do I receive an Install Permission Denied error when downloading to my Mac computer?

The following error message will appear if you attempt to download a game or the Game Manager to your Mac computer without being signed in as Administrator.

Step 1: Sign In as Administrator

Follow these steps to check your Administrator status:

1. Check Your Administrator Status

   • Go to System Preferences > Users & Groups.
   • Find your username in the list of users.
   • Ensure the box next to Allow user to administer this computer is checked for your account.

2. Sign In as Administrator

   • If the box is unchecked, you'll need to sign in as an Administrator account.
   • To do this, click the Apple icon in the top-left corner of your desktop, then select Log Out and sign in using an account with Administrator privileges.

1. Once you are signed in, you can install the Game Manager by downloading a Mac game or clicking the link below:
   • Download the Mac Game Manager now

Important: The Game Manager must be installed to the /Applications folder for it to function properly.

Restoring Administrator Access

If you're signed in as an Administrator but still receive an error stating you're a Standard User, this could indicate an issue with your disk permissions. Here's how to restore your Administrator status:

1. Delete the GameManager.app

   • Open Finder, go to Applications, find the Game Manager app, and move it to the Trash.
   • Empty the Trash to fully remove the app.

2. Repair Disk Permissions

   • Open Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility.
   • Select your Mac's main hard drive (usually labeled Macintosh HD).
   • Click First Aid, then select Repair Disk Permissions.
   • This process may take a few minutes and will conclude with a message saying “Permissions repair complete.”

3. Restart Your Mac

   • Once the repair is complete, restart your Mac to apply the changes.

After restarting, try reinstalling the Game Manager.