Thanks for the suggestions!
I've tried the following:
double-checked the folder permissions and modified the permissions
installed into my Windows user directory
disabled my anti-virus before running
But I have had no luck whatsoever.
I downloaded Procmon.exe (ProcessMonitor) and have a log file if you (or anyone) is willing to take a look?
(I purchased the lifetime license, but have not been able to use the app a single time )
Okay, so I completely shut-down my antivirus.
And now the application works.
Thanks for your time in helping my troubleshoot this issue!👍