how to avoid "Unknown Publisher" when the install

[mjvitale]

When I install my product it always gives me a security warning saying that the publisher could not be verified (unknown publisher). Is there a way around this so I don't spook the person installing it?

[Mike]

Hi,

This warning is displayed when a package is not digitally signed. So you need to sign your packages in order for Windows to be able to verify their authenticity.

Regards,
Mihai

[mjvitale]

So How do you digitally sign your package? Can you show me the steps?

[Mike]

Hi,

The first thing you have to do is to purchase a digital certificate from a provider.

They will give you two files: a .PVK and a .SPC, which are used in the signing process. You have to enter their location in the "Media" > "Digital Signature" page. For more information on this, please visit:

http://www.advancedinstaller.com/user-g ... ature.html

Please tell me if you encounter any problems.

Regards,
Mihai

[themuffinman]

So I have digital signature set up "Enable signing" checked and "Use from certificate store". I don't see any errors when building, but when I go to install I still see the publisher unverified dialog and have to accept it.

[Catalin]

Hello,

Did you buy a certificate from a vendor or have you created a test one on your computer?

If your setup is indeed signed, you shouldn't receive such an error.

Digital Signatures and Certificates

Best regards,
Catalin