This dialog box appears whenever you run something from third-part and Windows doesnt recognize that certain piece of software.
I had also faced a similar situation when I tried to run software from third-party publishers.
But theres a catch which is the solution to fix this error.
I have already found and implemented the answers for myself and will share them with you now.
What could the publisher not be verified mean?
Users may launch something harmful to the system.
To minimize the risk of malware threats this feature was implemented.
Why could Publisher not be verified error occurs?
This feature was implemented to keep the system secure and protect from malware threats.
Keep reading as Ill thoroughly share all the possible scenarios and solutions to this error.
To do so, you should probably go through some steps.
Here are the steps to edit in Registry Tweaks:
You are done!
Now try running the files you were facing issues with.
Hopefully, you wont be getting any error messages or dialog boxes anymore.
This is specifically for Windows 10.
If you are on Windows 10, then this might work fine for you.
Although many of us now have Windows 11.
These steps might be working for newer Windows also.
Here are the steps to over rule in Windows:
You are done!
Completing the steps, the file should run fine on your system.
If it didnt work, then try other methods following.
Then heres the solution, edit the properties of that file to stop popping up the oops message.
This feature on Windows 10 prevents unknown files from running behind the scenes to protect your system.
Here are the steps to disable Smart Screen Filter on Windows:
You are done!
Now give a shot to kick off the file again.
Hopefully, from now on, you wont be getting any error messages.
Although the free PC repair tools often may carry something malicious or suspicious.
FAQ
What does a verified publisher mean?
Is Microsoft Windows a verified publisher?
Yes, Microsoft Windows is a verified publisher by Microsoft Corporation.
What is a publisher domain?
A publisher domain lets users know what and which data are being transmitted from the user-end to servers.
This ensures the user that the users data is safe and transmitted securely.
How do I verify a Microsoft Publisher window?
When the windows or dialog box of Publisher appears, click Run to verify the app.
How do I install an unknown Publisher on Windows 10?
Unblocking from properties, Windows lets the app be installed on the system.
Why is the publisher unknown?
This is why Windows is unknown from the publisher and blocks the app to run.
Conclusion
Microsoft tries to ensure security for its Windows users by implementing the needed measures.
One of them is preventing unknown apps to run immediately.
This helps users to keep away from malware and other stuffs.
