spctl

SafeGatekeeper status

spctl --status

Shows Gatekeeper state; --assess tests whether an app would be allowed to run.

Examples

spctl --assess -v /Applications/Tool.appAssess an app's verdict

Syntax

spctl [--status] [--assess -v app]

Before you run it

Assessment only; don't disable protection.

Used when you see

Mac app won't open

Check Gatekeeper's verdict on the app

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