Why Am I Getting This Message?
If you see the message, "The identity of the developer cannot be confirmed", it means macOS’s security feature, Gatekeeper, is preventing the installation of the Big Fish Games App because it doesn’t recognize the developer.
Here’s how you can bypass this security feature and allow the installation of the app:
How to Allow the Big Fish Games App to Install
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Locate the Big Fish Games App Installer:
- Open Finder and go to the location where the Big Fish Games App (Game Manager) installer is saved.
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Control-Click or Right-Click the App Icon:
- Hold down the Control key (or right-click) on the app's icon.
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Click "Open":
- In the context menu that appears, select Open. You may see a dialog box warning you about the unverified developer.
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Confirm the Action:
- A confirmation dialog will appear. Click Open again to proceed.
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Enter Administrator Credentials (if prompted):
- If prompted, enter your Mac’s administrator username and password to allow the app to install.
After following these steps, the Big Fish Games App should open and install without any further issues.
Key Takeaways:
- This error occurs because Gatekeeper doesn’t recognize the app as coming from an identified developer.
- By Control-clicking or Right-clicking and selecting Open, you can bypass this security warning and proceed with the installation.
- If prompted for administrator credentials, enter them to grant permission.