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I have an installer for my C# program, I uploaded it to my website, but whenever I try to download it in chrome or IE, I get "MY FILE* is not commonly downloaded and could be dangerous." You can only keep it if you click a tiny arrow and choose "Keep" from a menu. Only a tenth of less of users will be able to get my program. How could I work around this? I have heard about digital code signing, but at hundreds of dollars a year. This is really not an option for me. Would making an MSI installer or putting it on a software website help?
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If you encounter the 'File is not commonly downloaded. Make sure you trust the file before you open it' error while you attempt to download a file from a legitimate vendor, try getting in touch with the developer and letting them know that the app is flagged.
To fix the error: First, remove the unwanted software. Then, try to install the app, extension, or theme again. If you still can't install the app, extension, or theme, reinstall Chrome.
The best resources are this blog post and this blog post.
To sum up:
This can be a frustrating process, so hang in there. Microsoft has not disclosed how many downloads one needs to build a reputation, but in practice once you stop changing the package (the hash is part of the reputation) then you can get past this fairly quickly.
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