https://github.com/sap/macos-enterprise-privileges
For Mac users in enterprise environments, this application gives users control over the administration of their machine by elevating their level of access to administrator privileges on macOS. Users can set a timeframe in the application's settings to perform specific tasks, such as installing or removing an application.
https://github.com/sap/macos-enterprise-privileges
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For Mac users in enterprise environments, this application gives users control over the administration of their machine by elevating their level of access to administrator privileges on macOS. Users can set a timeframe in the application's settings to perform specific tasks, such as installing or removing an application.
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/sap/macos-enterprise-privileges
- Owner: SAP
- License: apache-2.0
- Created: 2018-06-27T19:43:51.000Z (almost 7 years ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2025-04-11T06:34:57.000Z (13 days ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-04-11T23:55:55.044Z (12 days ago)
- Topics: macos, open-source
- Language: Objective-C
- Homepage:
- Size: 92.6 MB
- Stars: 1,567
- Watchers: 80
- Forks: 159
- Open Issues: 3
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- License: LICENSE
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README
# Privileges
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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
>[!NOTE]
>It seems that macOS 13 erroneously reports a launch constraint violation and terminates the appliction immediately. Therefore starting with version 2.2, we'll provide two different versions of the application. One with launch constraints and one whithout. Nevertheless, we recommend using the version with launch constraints whenever possible.
# Features
🛠️ Easy install
:rocket: Perfect for day-to-day use
:alarm_clock: Turn on admin rights anytime
:closed_lock_with_key: Enjoy standard user security
:fire: Command line use supported
## New Privileges 2 features 🔥
📦 Installer package
⛔️ Revoke admin rights at login
⏳ Unified expiration interval for administrator privileges
🔁 Renew expiring administrator privileges
🪪 Smart card support
▶️ Run actions on privilege change
🔒 Status item
👆 Command line tool now supports Touch ID
⚙️ AppleScript support
🪝 Webhooks
🔠 Localized in 41 languages
# Demo
⚡️ Have a look at how quick and easy you can request admin rights
# Application Management
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](https://github.com/SAP/macOS-enterprise-privileges/wiki/Managing-Privileges).
# Articles
See who's talking about _Privileges_…
2025
* [9To5Mac: Privileges 2.1 continues to be one of the must-have macOS apps in the enterprise](https://9to5mac.com/2025/03/15/privileges-2-1-continues-to-be-one-of-the-must-have-macos-apps-in-the-enterprise/)
2022
* [Mac & i: SAP-Werkzeug erleichtert Arbeit als Standardnutzer (German language)](https://www.heise.de/-7192631)
* [ifun.de: Privileges.app von SAP: Nur noch auf Zuruf zum Admin (German language)](https://www.ifun.de/privileges-app-von-sap-nur-noch-auf-zuruf-zum-admin-191491/)
* [Leveling Up - Rich Trouton's session at MacSysAdmin 2022](https://docs.macsysadmin.se/2022/video/day1session2.mp4)
* [The Great Debate: Admin or Standard Users? - A talk hosted by Kandji](https://youtu.be/LCj59EIKFDg)
2019
* [9To5Mac: Privileges for macOS is the open source tool that all Apple IT departments need](https://9to5mac.com/2019/11/16/privileges-app-for-macos/)
# Documentation
📚 If you want to learn more about _Privileges_ features, make sure to take a look at our [Wiki](https://github.com/SAP/macOS-enterprise-privileges/wiki) or the links below:
* [Installation](https://github.com/SAP/macOS-enterprise-privileges/wiki/Installation)
* [Uninstallation](https://github.com/SAP/macOS-enterprise-privileges/wiki/Uninstallation)
* [Using Privileges](https://github.com/SAP/macOS-enterprise-privileges/wiki/Using-Privileges)
* [Managing Privileges](https://github.com/SAP/macOS-enterprise-privileges/wiki/Managing-Privileges)
* [Frequently Asked Questions](https://github.com/SAP/macOS-enterprise-privileges/wiki/Frequently-Asked-Questions)
# License
Copyright (c) 2018-2025 SAP SE or an SAP affiliate company and macOS-enterprise-privileges contributors. Please see our [LICENSE](LICENSE) for copyright and license information. Detailed information including third-party components and their licensing/copyright information is available [via the REUSE tool](https://api.reuse.software/info/github.com/SAP/macOS-enterprise-privileges).
# Security
Found a security-related issue or vulnerability and want to notify us? [Please see here for how to report it](https://github.com/SAP/macOS-enterprise-privileges/security/policy).
# Support
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.