Privileges is an application for macOS which allows users to work as a standard user for day-to-day tasks, by providing a quick and easy way to request administrator rights. Users can set a timeframe in the application’s settings to perform specific tasks, such as installing or removing an application. To request admin rights, simply click on the Privileges icon in your Dock.
Working as standard user instead of an administrator adds another layer of security to your Mac and is considered a security best practice. We believe all users, including all developers, can benefit from using Privileges.
Privileges supports the following macOS versions:
- macOS 15.x
- macOS 14.x
- macOS 13.x
- macOS 12.x
- macOS 11.x
🛠️ Easy install
🚀 Perfect for day-to-day use
⏰ Turn on admin rights anytime
🔐 Enjoy standard user security
🔥 Command line use supported
📦 Installer package
⛔️ Revoke admin rights at login
⏳ Unified expiration interval for administrator privileges
👆 Command line tool now also supports Touch ID
⚙️ AppleScript support
🪝 Webhooks
🔠 Localized in 40 languages
⚡️ Have a look at how quick and easy you can request admin rights
As of Privileges 1.5.0, it is possible to manage settings for Privileges or the PrivilegesCLI command line tool using a macOS configuration profile. For more details, please click here.
We are happy to share with you the article about privileges from 9to5Mac:
Apple @ Work: Privileges for macOS is the open source tool that all Apple IT departments need
📚 If you want to learn more about Privileges features, make sure to take a look at our wiki or the links below:
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This project is 'as-is' with no support, no changes being made. You are welcome to make changes to improve it but we are not available for questions or support of any kind.
