Why does Windows SmartScreen appear?

When you first run the DualSense Battery Monitor, you may see a blue pop-up from Windows SmartScreen stating that it "prevented an unrecognized app from starting."

Why this happens

This does not mean the app is a virus. It happens because the application is unsigned. Windows automatically flags any .exe file that:

• Does not have a paid digital signature.
• Has not yet been downloaded by thousands of users to build up a "reputation" with Microsoft.

Why the app isn't "Signed"

To remove this warning, a developer must buy a Code Signing Certificate from a Certificate Authority. As an person who created this in my free time for free, this is currently not possible for a few reasons:

• Prohibitive Cost: These certificates are a subscription service that cost between €139 and €500+ per year. For a free, open-source hobby project, this is a massive out-of-pocket expense.

How to run the app

Since the project is Open Source, you can always inspect the code yourself to ensure it is safe, although not everyone can read C# code. To bypass the warning and start the monitor:

1. Click on "More info" in the SmartScreen window.
2. Click the "Run anyway" button that appears at the bottom.