Privileges (Make Me Admin for macOS)

Privileges is an installable app that enables users to make themselves an administrator on their University-supported Mac for 10 minutes.

To install Privileges from Self-Service; 

  1. Open the Self Service app found in the dock or the Applications folder.
  2. At the bottom-left, click Log In, this will redirect to a University Login page.
  3. Search for "Privileges" in Self Service and install "Privileges - Admin Toggle".

Once Privileges is installed, it will be added to the Dock.


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From your dock, Privileges (a padlock icon) should be available. If you are already a local administrator, the icon will be an open yellow padlock, if you are a standard user the icon will be a closed green padlock.


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You can gain or revoke admin rights by opening Privileges, entering a reason, and choosing Request privileges.

Once any tasks have been completed, you can revoke your admin rights by running Privileges again and selecting Revert Privileges

NOTE: By default, admin rights will be removed after 10 minutes if they have not already been reverted manually.


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Troubleshooting

We have identified compatibility issues with the Privileges app on macOS versions released in mid-December 2024, specifically versions 13.7.2, 14.7.2, and 15.2.0. These include the app failing to open or generating excessive notifications and alerts. To resolve these issues, please follow these steps:

  • Update your macOS to the latest version.
  • Reinstall the Privileges application.
  • If these actions do not resolve the problem, contact the IS Helpline or your local support team for further assistance.

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