How can I prevent free downloads of my package?

Nile River Software 0 Reputation points
2025-10-28T12:16:58.8366667+00:00

I am creating my first app on the Microsoft Store. I am uploading my package according to these instructions: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/apps/publish/publish-your-app/msi/upload-app-packages, which say I must host the package (installer exe) on my own website.

This means anyone could download the installer for free, if they knew the URL. How can I prevent free downloads? It seems like people could discover the URL by using web crawlers or similar apps.

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