Installing LinkBox on macOS
A step-by-step guide for Apple Silicon and Intel Macs, including how to allow the app past Gatekeeper.
Gatekeeper will warn you — this is expected
LinkBox is not yet signed with an Apple Developer certificate. macOS Gatekeeper blocks unsigned apps by default. The app is completely safe — Step 5 below shows exactly how to allow it.
Sponsoring TiloBox helps us afford an Apple Developer certificate for smooth installs.
Installing LinkBox on macOS
Follow these steps to get LinkBox running on your Mac.
- 1
Download the DMG
Choose the right build for your Mac — Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) or Intel — from the download page. Save the .dmg file to your Downloads folder.
Screenshot — step 1
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Open the DMG
Double-click the downloaded .dmg file. A window will appear showing the LinkBox icon and an Applications folder shortcut.
Screenshot — step 2
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Drag LinkBox to Applications
Drag the LinkBox icon into the Applications folder shortcut in the DMG window. This copies LinkBox to /Applications on your Mac.
Screenshot — step 3
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First launch — Gatekeeper prompt
On the first open, macOS may show: "LinkBox cannot be opened because it is from an unidentified developer." Do not double-click to dismiss — follow step 5.
A Gatekeeper dialog will appear — do notclick “OK” to dismiss it. Proceed to step 5.Screenshot — step 4
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Allow LinkBox in System Settings
Open System Settings → Privacy & Security. Scroll down and you will see a message: "LinkBox was blocked...". Click "Open Anyway", then confirm in the dialog that appears. This only needs to be done once.
System Settings → Privacy & Security → scroll down → click “Open Anyway” → confirm.Screenshot — step 5
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LinkBox is ready
LinkBox will open normally from now on. Find it in Launchpad, Spotlight (⌘+Space), or the /Applications folder.
Screenshot — step 6
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macOS download options
Not sure which to choose? Pick Apple Silicon if your Mac has an M-series chip.
Frequently asked questions
Why does macOS block LinkBox?
macOS Gatekeeper blocks apps that aren't notarized or signed with an Apple Developer certificate. LinkBox doesn't yet have one. The software is safe and published directly by TiloBox.
Which build should I download — arm64 or x64?
If your Mac has an Apple Silicon chip (M1, M2, M3, M4), download the arm64 build. If you have an older Intel Mac, download the x64 build. Check: Apple menu → About This Mac. If you see "Apple M" it's Apple Silicon.
Why can't I just double-click to open it?
Double-clicking a blocked app shows a non-actionable dialog. You need to go through System Settings → Privacy & Security to see the 'Open Anyway' button.
Will LinkBox work on macOS Ventura, Sonoma, or Sequoia?
Yes. LinkBox supports macOS 11 Big Sur and later, including all recent releases. The Gatekeeper bypass steps are the same across all versions.
Can I verify the download before installing?
Yes — checksums are published with each release so you can compare the hash of your download before installing it.
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