Fed up with macOS Sequoia’s screen recording reapproval requests? Here’s how to make them go away for good

Fed up with macOS Sequoia’s screen recording reapproval requests? Here’s how to make them go away for good

Since the release of macOS Catalina, Apple has implemented more stringent privacy measures to protect its users. Among the numerous security enhancements is the demand for explicit permission from users for applications to access screen recording capabilities. While this added level of privacy is commendable, it can become rather annoying and disruptive when you constantly receive reapproval requests from macOS Sequoia or any other application. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to permanently resolve this issue and make these requests disappear for good.

First, let’s understand why this reapproval request occurs. MacOS Sequoia, like many other applications, requires screen recording permission to provide its full range of functionalities. These include features such as recording video tutorials, capturing gameplay, or conducting live presentations. However, due to the security measures introduced in macOS Catalina and subsequent versions, users must grant explicit consent for each application to access screen recording capabilities.

To put an end to the recurring reapproval requests, you have two primary options: disabling screen recording for the specific app or adjusting your privacy settings to prevent these requests altogether. Let’s explore both methods:

1. Disabling screen recording for the specific app:
– Go to the Apple menu on the top-left corner of the screen.
– Open System Preferences and click on Security & Privacy.
– From the left-hand side options, select Privacy.
– Choose Screen Recording from the list on the right.
– Uncheck the box next to macOS Sequoia or any other application you want to disable.
– Restart the application if it was already open.

By completing these steps, you are explicitly revoking screen recording access for the chosen app. While this might be a quick solution, it also limits the functionality of the application, especially if it heavily relies on screen recording features.

2. Adjusting privacy settings to prevent reapproval requests:
– Follow steps 1 to 4 above.
– Unlock the modifications by clicking on the padlock icon and entering your admin password.
– Click on the plus (+) button below the list of apps.
– Locate macOS Sequoia in the Applications folder, select it, and click Add.
– Ensure the checkbox next to macOS Sequoia is checked.
– Relaunch the application if it was already open.

This method adds macOS Sequoia to the list of apps allowed to perform screen recording without further requests for reapproval. It effectively bypasses the constant permission prompts and allows the app to access screen recording capabilities indefinitely.

It’s worth noting that both methods above pose trade-offs. The first one restricts the app’s functionality, making some features useless. On the other hand, the second method bypasses the security measure completely, potentially compromising your privacy. Therefore, it’s essential to consider the implications of each approach and determine the most suitable one based on your needs and concerns.

Ultimately, Apple’s focus on privacy and security should be appreciated, even if it sometimes results in minor inconveniences like recurring screen recording reapproval requests. By following the steps outlined above, you can find a solution that strikes a balance between maintaining privacy and using applications to their fullest potential.