macOS permissions are associated with application identity and can become confusing when multiple builds, locations, or signatures exist.

Keep the intended copy in Applications and quit every duplicate. Eject installer images.

If access appears lost:

  1. Open the Applications copy.
  2. Remove obsolete Full Disk Access entries.
  3. Enable the current copy.
  4. Reset saved Home access in the App Store edition if needed.
  5. Reauthorize selected folders.
  6. Start a new scan.

Avoid renaming or moving the app repeatedly. Replacing it through the supported update path is more predictable.