Getting started · First launch and Full Disk Access
What happens the first time I open Storage Studio?
Short answer: A short sequence: a splash screen, accepting the Terms, granting Full Disk Access (skippable), registering your free trial with an email code, then a quick setup wizard. Later launches skip what's done.
The first time you open Storage Studio it walks you through a short chain of screens, then settles into the menu bar. Later launches skip anything you've already done.
- Splash screen — the app checks for updates and fetches its settings.
- Welcome & Terms — accept the Terms, Privacy Policy and Disclaimer.
- Full Disk Access — a one-time permission ask; you can skip it for now.
- Register and start your free trial — your name, email and country, then a one-time code sent to your email.
- Setup wizard — pick your external drive (or skip) and start the background service.
If you already own a licence, choose I have a licence on the registration screen to go straight to activation.