# macOS Permission Issues

## Allowing the grpc\_csharp\_ext.bundle dll file in macOS

Using external DLLs in Unity on MacOS can lead to security permission issues due to Apple's strict security measures. Here's a step-by-step guide to resolving this common problem.

1. **Verify the Problem**:

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2. **Manually Allow Blocked DLLs**:

   * Open System Preferences on your Mac.
   * Navigate to "Security & Privacy".

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   * Under the "Security" tab, you might see a message at the bottom about the DLL being blocked. Click "Allow Anyway" or "Open Anyway" and enter password if asked.

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3. **Modify Gatekeeper settings**: MacOS's Gatekeeper can prevent unidentified developers' software from running. To allow the DLL:
   * Open the Terminal (found in Applications > Utilities).
   * Type `sudo spctl --master-disable` and press Enter.
   * This command will allow apps to be downloaded from anywhere.
   * Now, try running the Unity project again.
   * After you're done, you should re-enable Gatekeeper with `sudo spctl --master-enable`  to avoid any malware.

4. **Check File Permissions**: Ensure the DLL has the correct file permissions.
   * In Finder, right-click (or control-click) on the DLL file and choose "Get Info".
   * Under “Sharing & Permissions”, ensure that your user account has "Read & Write" permissions.

5. **Review Unity's Plugin Settings**:
   * In the Unity editor, select the DLL in the Project view.
   * In the Inspector window, make sure the appropriate platform (in this case, Mac OS X) and architecture (Apple Silicon, Intel-64) is selected for the DLL.
   * Ensure that the "Load on Startup" and other pertinent options are checked (should be enabled by default)

## Mac Configuration in Player Settings during build

* **Update Mac Configuration:**

  * In Unity, navigate to `Edit > Project Settings > Player`.
  * Scroll down and click on `Other Settings`

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  * Scroll down again to find Mac Configuration section

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  * Update the Mac Configuration section (follow the below Screenshot)

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