> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.pickcel.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# How to install the Pickcel digital signage software on a macOS player?

> Follow this simple procedure to install the Pickcel Software on your Mac device from the Pickcel Website

<Note>
  Supported on macOS 10.14 and above.
</Note>

<Info>
  **Considerations for Physical setup:**

  * Mac system (macOS 10.14 or above).
  * Active internet connection.
</Info>

<Steps>
  <Step title="Download DMG File">
    Download the latest DMG file: [Download the macOS player](https://console.pickcel.com/players/macos/pickcel-digital-signage.dmg)

    <Frame>
      <img src="https://cdn.pickcel.com/images/support/player-installation/MacOS/1-dowload_dmg.gJbNE6IpNXZA.png" alt="Download .dmg from Pickcel Website" />
    </Frame>

    <Note>
      You can also visit the [Pickcel Download Page](https://www.pickcel.com/download/#macos) directly and **download the latest DMG file** from the **macOS** section.
    </Note>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Open the Downloaded DMG File">
    Once the download is complete, locate the downloaded DMG file in your **Downloads folder** and **double-click** on it to open.

    <Frame>
      <img src="https://cdn.pickcel.com/images/support/player-installation/MacOS/2-mac-download.nS13vRqFWgwE.png" alt="Locate DMG File in Downloads" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Install to Applications Folder">
    Drag the Pickcel app to the Applications folder.

    <Frame>
      <img src="https://cdn.pickcel.com/images/support/player-installation/MacOS/3-drag-to-application.J0MgnDEK4TaC.png" alt="Drag Pickcel to Applications Folder" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Launch the Pickcel App">
    Go to the Applications folder and double-click on the Pickcel app to launch it.

    <Note>
      If you encounter any issues during installation, please contact our [support team](mailto:support@pickcel.com) for assistance.
    </Note>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Handle Security Settings">
    If you get a security warning, you'll need to adjust your system settings. Choose the method based on your macOS version:

    <Tabs>
      <Tab title="Method 1: Using 'Anywhere' Option" icon="shield-check">
        **1. Open System Preferences:** Go to **System Preferences** > **Security & Privacy**.

        <Frame>
          <img src="https://cdn.pickcel.com/images/support/player-installation/MacOS/4-macos-5.cguQWQ-JPwf6.jpg" alt="Open System Preferences - Security & Privacy" />
        </Frame>

        **2. Unlock Settings:** Go to the **General** tab and click the lock icon in the lower-left corner to allow changes.

        <Frame>
          <img src="https://cdn.pickcel.com/images/support/player-installation/MacOS/5-macos-6.hWsLBG4FxP1q.jpg" alt="Security & Privacy Settings" />
        </Frame>

        **3. Authenticate:** Enter your computer username and password, then click **Modify Settings**.

        <Frame>
          <img src="https://cdn.pickcel.com/images/support/player-installation/MacOS/6-macos-7.Eppe0LmQT9vz.jpg" alt="Authenticate Changes" />
        </Frame>

        **4. Allow the App:** Under the **Allow apps downloaded from** section, click on the radio button next to **Anywhere**.

        <Frame>
          <img src="https://cdn.pickcel.com/images/support/player-installation/MacOS/7-macos-8.rT8xh06V5YRP.jpg" alt="Allow Apps from Anywhere" />
        </Frame>

        <Note>
          If you don't see the **'Anywhere'** option in your macOS, use Method 2 instead.
        </Note>
      </Tab>

      <Tab title="Method 2: Using 'Open Anyway'" icon="shield-halved">
        **1. Launch the App:** Try to open the Pickcel app. When you get a security pop-up, click **Cancel**.

        <Frame>
          <img src="https://cdn.pickcel.com/images/support/player-installation/MacOS/8-macos-9.jMJzL3Ls0CeT.jpg" alt="Security Pop-up" />
        </Frame>

        **2. Open Security & Privacy:** Go to **System Preferences** > **Security & Privacy** > **General** tab.

        **3. Click Open Anyway:** You'll see a message about the blocked app. Click the **Open Anyway** button.

        <Frame>
          <img src="https://cdn.pickcel.com/images/support/player-installation/MacOS/9-macos-10.IjPSXHm4JNyz.jpg" alt="Open Anyway Button" />
        </Frame>

        **4. Confirm:** Click **Open** in the confirmation dialog to launch the app.

        <Frame>
          <img src="https://cdn.pickcel.com/images/support/player-installation/MacOS/10-macos-11.A4e54t1FEcJy.jpg" alt="Confirm Open" />
        </Frame>
      </Tab>
    </Tabs>
  </Step>

  <Step title="View Registration Code">
    Once the Pickcel app launches, it will display a unique **6-digit alphanumeric registration code**.

    <Frame>
      <img src="https://cdn.pickcel.com/images/support/screen_registration/screen_registration/screen_registration_1.OJZvFopQSeW_.png" alt="Registration Code" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Pair with Pickcel Console">
    Pair your display with the Pickcel console using the registration code. You will have to enter this code on your [Pickcel console](https://console.pickcel.com/) to complete the pairing of your screen.

    <Info>
      To learn how to pair your device with the Pickcel console, see the [Screen Registration guide](/screen-registration/screen-registration)
    </Info>
  </Step>
</Steps>

The installation of the Pickcel digital signage software on your Mac is complete, and you can start publishing content to your screens now.

<Note>
  **What's Next?**

  Now that your macOS player is installed, complete your setup:

  * Start [**Uploading Media**](/media/add-media) to your library
  * Create your first [**Composition**](/compositions/compositions) and publish content
</Note>