com.tunnelbear.mac.tbeard
This is a launchDaemon helper component that belongs to TunnelBear, a consumer-focused VPN (Virtual Private Network) client for macOS. TunnelBear is a VPN service that encrypts internet traffic, masks the user's IP address, and allows browsing from different geographic locations. The launchDaemon runs in the background to maintain the VPN connection and handle tunnel management. It is not a standalone app — it is a system service bundled inside and managed by the main TunnelBear application.
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1 suggestionThis is a system helper component of TunnelBear, not a standalone application, so it cannot be updated separately. To ensure the helper is running a native Apple Silicon build, update the parent TunnelBear VPN app itself. Open TunnelBear on your Mac, check the menu (or go to Preferences/Settings) and look for an "About" or "Check for Updates" option to pull the latest version. You can also visit the TunnelBear website or reinstall the app directly from their download page — this will replace the Intel-only helper with the current native build. Once the parent app is updated to a recent native version, the launchDaemon helper will automatically be updated as well and will run natively on your Apple Silicon Mac.
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