Allow apps from anywhere macOS, Disable Gatekeeper Security

This one is quick. You're running Sierra and you've downloaded an app from the web, but when you try to open it you get an error that says "appname.app is damaged and cannot be opened..." Sierra gatekeeper security is strict, but there is an easy way to enable non-certified apps to open.

• Open the utilities folder.
• Open Terminal.
• Paste in: sudo spctl --master-disable
• Hit enter.
• Enter Password.

You can now open any app.
**proceed at your own risk, apps that the system doesn't want to open could be malicious**


You're welcome.  
to re-enable the security follow the same steps but instead enter: sudo spctl --master-enable