PKGSmith

macOS installer builder for release-focused teams

Build DMG and PKG releases with a native macOS workflow.

PKGSmith gives engineering and IT teams a polished app for repeatable installer builds, clean diagnostics, and artifact output you can trust.

DMG + PKG

Single toolchain

Local-first

Git-friendly projects

Readable logs

CI-ready diagnostics

PKGSmith Project Builder

Features

Everything needed to ship installer releases with confidence

Purpose-built for macOS distribution workflows, from first package draft to production release artifacts.

Project-first builds

Keep installer settings in source control with deterministic project files your team can review.

Signing and notarization ready

Prepare macOS-ready artifacts with built-in hooks for signing identities and notarization steps.

Fast release iteration

Update package metadata, scripts, and assets quickly without rebuilding from scratch.

Clear build diagnostics

Readable logs and failure surfaces built for local debugging and CI triage.

Sensible templates

Start from guided defaults for DMG and PKG, then dial in exactly what your app needs.

Local-first architecture

No SaaS dependency. Projects live with your repository and deployment tooling.

Workflow

A straightforward release path from settings to signed artifacts

PKGSmith is designed around the real sequence release teams follow, with fewer context switches and clearer output.

  1. 01

    Create or import a project

    Start from a template or load an existing `.pkgsmith` project so output settings stay consistent.

  2. 02

    Tune package details

    Configure assets, scripts, signing, and metadata in a single interface with immediate feedback.

  3. 03

    Build, verify, and ship

    Generate DMG/PKG artifacts, inspect logs, and hand off installer output to release or CI workflows.

Pricing

Simple one-time pricing for individuals and teams

License includes: up to 2 active machines, unlimited projects, and full DMG/PKG workflows.

Need procurement support, invoicing, or larger seat counts? Contact sales.

License

One simple price for PKGSmith.

  • Unlimited projects
  • Repeatable DMG/PKG builds
  • Signing workflow helpers
  • Readable build logs
  • License valid for 2 machines

FAQ

Answers to common release and licensing questions

If you need custom procurement or deployment guidance, our team can help.

Who is PKGSmith built for?

Developers and macOS admins shipping internal tools, commercial apps, and managed fleet software.

Can I use PKGSmith in CI/CD pipelines?

Yes. Projects are file-based and deterministic, so you can version them and trigger CLI builds in automation.

Does PKGSmith support both DMG and PKG output?

Yes. You can manage DMG and PKG projects side by side and keep each release path repeatable.

Is this a subscription?

No. Pricing is one-time. Team licensing and procurement options are available through sales.