Can't Open Clickfree App for Mac due to Unidentified Developer

When attempting to open the ClickFree application on a Mac, some users may encounter the following error message:

"ClickFree cannot be opened because it is from an unidentified developer."

Why This Happens:

Although macOS does allow users to install apps from the internet, it has a built-in security feature called Gatekeeper. Gatekeeper is designed to protect your Mac by only allowing apps from the App Store or from identified (Apple-verified) developers to open automatically.

Since ClickFree is not currently registered with Apple as an identified developer, macOS treats it as "unverified" by default—even though the app itself is safe and legitimate.

This is why your Mac will block the app the first time you try to open it.

Solution:

To open ClickFree on a Mac, follow these steps:

Option 1: Allow the App Through System Settings

1. Attempt to open ClickFree by double-clicking the app.

2. When you see the error message, click OK to close it.

3. Go to the Apple menu  → System Settings (or System Preferences, depending on your macOS version).

4. Navigate to Privacy & Security > General.

5. Scroll down to the section labeled Security.

6. You will see a message that says:

   "ClickFree was blocked from use because it is not from an identified developer."

7. Click “Open Anyway.”

8. When prompted, click Open again to confirm.

The app should now open normally and will be added to your list of allowed apps.

Important Note:

Only follow these steps if you downloaded ClickFree from a trusted source, such as our official website or a verified distributor. If you're unsure, please contact our support team before proceeding.

✅ Why some users can install ClickFree without any issue:

• They have previously allowed apps from unidentified developers. Once a user approves one app this way, Gatekeeper may be more lenient with similar future apps.

• Their Mac security settings have been adjusted. For example, on older macOS versions, users could choose “Allow apps downloaded from: Anywhere.” If that setting was enabled in the past, apps like ClickFree will install without warning.

• They may be running an older version of macOS that has fewer restrictions or prompts.

• They have already installed or used ClickFree before, and their Mac has remembered it as safe.

✔️ Bottom Line:

If you see the message saying ClickFree can't be opened because it's from an unidentified developer, it doesn't mean something is wrong with your Mac or the app. It just means your Mac is applying its standard security rules.

You can still open the app safely by following the steps provided above under “How to Open ClickFree on macOS.”