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 code signing, delta updates for speed, and transparent release notes for every version.

How to Use

  1. 1Show Statuz menu bar icon
  2. 2Click and select "Check for updates"
  3. 3Show Sparkle checking for updates dialog
  4. 4Display "New version available" dialog with version number
  5. 5Show release notes preview in the dialog
  6. 6Highlight the "Install Update" button
  7. 7Click "Install Update"
  8. 8Show download progress bar with percentage and speed
  9. 9Show "Update downloaded" dialog
  10. 10Click "Install and Relaunch"
  11. 11Show Statuz quitting and relaunching
  12. 12Open Settings > About to show updated version number
  13. 13Navigate to Settings to show update preferences

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,
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