Create an AppLocker rule to allow QuickFox.exe for standard users

This guide lets QuickFox run for non-admin users without repeated admin prompts by whitelisting it with AppLocker.

Prerequisites

• Admin access: You need to perform these steps with an administrator account.
• Windows edition: AppLocker is available on Windows 10/11 Enterprise/Education (and some Pro editions with limitations).
• QuickFox path: Know the exact path to QuickFox.exe (e.g., C:\Program Files\QuickFox\QuickFox.exe).

Step-by-step instructions

1. Open Group Policy Editor
   • Press Win + R, type gpedit.msc, and press Enter.
2. Navigate to AppLocker

   Computer Configuration └─ Windows Settings └─ Security Settings └─ Application Control Policies └─ AppLocker └─ Executable Rules 

3. Create a new Executable Rule
   • Right-click Executable Rules → Create New Rule….
   • Action: Select Allow, then click Next.
   • User or Group: Choose the standard user group (e.g., Users) who should run QuickFox, then Next.
   • Condition: Pick one:
     • Path (simple): e.g., C:\Program Files\QuickFox\QuickFox.exe
     • Publisher (safer, if signed): Allow all signed versions from QuickFox’s publisher.
     • File Hash (locked to version): Use if the file isn’t signed and the path may change.
   • Exceptions (optional): Leave blank unless you need to exclude other executables.
   • Name & Description: Enter something clear like Allow QuickFox for Users, then click Create.
4. Enable enforcement
   • In the AppLocker root, right-click → Properties.
   • Under Executable Rules, set Enforcement to Enforce rules.
   • Click Apply and OK.
5. Apply and test
   • Run gpupdate /force or restart the computer.
   • Log in as a standard user and launch QuickFox. It should run without asking for admin credentials.

Tips

• If QuickFox updates: Path and Publisher rules usually survive updates; File Hash rules must be recreated after each update.
• Keep UAC enabled: Do not disable UAC globally; AppLocker provides targeted allowance for trusted apps.
• Fallback: If AppLocker isn’t available, use Task Scheduler to run QuickFox at logon with Run with highest privileges.

Note: AppLocker requires appropriate Windows editions and admin rights. Always whitelist only trusted applications.