Statuz
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Automatic Updates

Stay current with secure, automatic app updates via Sparkle

Statuz updates itself automatically using the industry-standard Sparkle framework. Architecture-specific feeds for Apple Silicon and Intel Macs, secure.

How to Use

  1. 1Click Statuz menu bar icon
  2. 2Select "Check for updates" from menu
  3. 3Wait for Sparkle checking dialog to appear
  4. 4See "New version available" with version number
  5. 5Read release notes preview in dialog
  6. 6Click "Install Update" to proceed
  7. 7Watch download progress bar with percentage and speed
  8. 8See "Update downloaded" notification
  9. 9Click "Install and Relaunch"
  10. 10Wait for Statuz to quit and restart automatically
  11. 11Verify updated version in Settings > About
  12. 12Adjust update preferences in Settings if desired

Key Features

  • Sparkle Framework - Industry-standard update system trusted by thousands of Mac apps
  • Architecture-Specific Feeds - Separate feeds for Apple Silicon (ARM64) and Intel (x86) Macs
  • Automatic Background Checking - Checks for updates on app launch without interrupting
  • Manual Check Option - Check for updates anytime from menu bar or Settings
  • Download Progress - Visual indicator shows download percentage and speed
  • Delta Updates - Smaller update files by downloading only changed components
  • Secure Code Signing - Every update is verified with developer certificate before installation
  • Release Notes Display - See what's new before deciding to update
  • Silent Update Option - Configure automatic silent updates in preferences
  • Appcast Feed - XML feed with version info, release notes, and download URLs
  • Fallback to Manual - Automatic download to manual installation if auto-update fails
  • Update Scheduling - Choose when updates install to avoid interrupting work
  • Version Validation - Ensures you're always running authentic Statuz builds

Why You'll Love It

Staying updated is critical for security, features, and bug fixes. Statuz handles updates seamlessly with zero technical knowledge required. New features and improvements arrive automatically while you focus on your content.

Pro Tips

  • Enable automatic updates for zero-maintenance operation
  • Check release notes before updating to see what's new
  • Manual check before important launches to ensure you have latest fixes
  • Delta updates mean faster downloads - you're not re-downloading the entire app
  • Apple Silicon users get optimized builds automatically
  • Schedule updates for times when you're not actively posting
  • Updates are code-signed so you know they're authentic
  • Never download Statuz from unofficial sources - use automatic updates or official website

Try Statuz today,
it's free.

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