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Mac Download Permission Issue? macOS Sequoia Fix (2026)

Feb 23, 2026

Support Team

8 min

"macOS is world-renowned for security, but its 'Gatekeeper' and 'Privacy' layers can sometimes prevent your browser from saving files. if your MacBook is asking for a password or simply 'freezing' when you hit download, a few settings in 'System Settings' will fix it."

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Fastest Method (Quick Guide)

Allow 'Downloads' in System Settings > Privacy & Security

Clear Safari Cache (Command+Option+E)

Ensure the browser has 'Full Disk Access' (if needed)

Restart the browser to refresh macOS permissions

Navigating 'Privacy & Security'

In macOS Sequoia, Apple has moved many download controls. Go to your **System Settings > Privacy & Security > Files and Folders** and ensure your preferred browser (Safari, Chrome, or Firefox) is authorized to save files to your 'Downloads' folder.

The 'Locked Disk' Error

If you get a 'Permission Denied' error, it might be that your Downloads folder is set to 'Read Only'. Right-click the folder, go to 'Get Info', and ensure your user account has 'Read & Write' access.

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