(Android) Types and Details of Profile Settings
The profile settings that can be applied to Android differ depending on the management type.
Work Profile
Some profiles have usage requirements.
The requirements are listed in "EMM Settings (whether EMM settings are required for the unit)", "OS Ver. (supported OS versions)", and "BizGo!MDM Ver. (version of the MDM agent app)". Check them before you configure a profile.
Item | Description | EMM Settings | OS Ver. | BizGo! MDM Ver. |
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| Password Policy (Device) This is the password policy for locking the device. | ||||
Number of Failed Attempts Allowed | (Only when a password is required) Specify the number of password attempts allowed before the device is wiped (all data on the device is erased). | |||
Time Until Device Lock | (Only when a password is required) Specify the time until the device locks. | |||
Minimum Password Length | (Only when a password is required) Specify the minimum password length. | |||
Password Type | (Only when a password is required) Specify the password type from the following.
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Password Expiration | (Only when a password is required and the type is other than Something) Specify the number of changes required before the same password can be reused. | |||
Password History | (Only when a password is required and the type is other than Something) Specify the number of changes required before the same password can be reused. | |||
| Password Policy (Work Profile) This is the password policy for locking the information in the work profile (work area). Note: If this policy is set and the device does not meet the passcode requirements, work apps (marked with a briefcase icon) are hidden or grayed out and cannot be used. When the passcode requirements are met, you can access the work apps. You must enter the password when you use them. | ||||
Number of Failed Attempts Allowed | (Only when a password is required) Specify the number of password attempts allowed before the device is wiped (all data on the device is erased). | Required | 7.0+ | 2.0+ |
Time Until Device Lock | (Only when a password is required) Specify the time until the device locks. | Required | 7.0+ | 2.0+ |
Minimum Password Length | (Only when a password is required) Specify the minimum password length. | Required | 7.0+ | 2.0+ |
Password Type | (Only when a password is required) Specify the password type from the following.
| Required | 7.0+ | 2.0+ |
Password Expiration | The expiration period for forcing periodic password changes. Specify the number of days as a number from 1 to 730. | Required | 7.0+ | 2.0+ |
Password History | (Only when a password is required and the type is other than Something) Specify the number of changes required before the same password can be reused. | Required | 7.0+ | 2.0+ |
Configuration Policy | ||||
Hide Callers in Work Profile | When a call comes in, names registered in the work profile contact list are not shown on the incoming call screen. | |||
Mute Master Volume | The master volume of the device is set to | |||
Filter Intents Between Profiles | You can set whether information can be shared from the user profile to the work profile within applications. | |||
Force Specific | You can specify the app that is always used to open files of a specific format. | |||
Restriction Policy | ||||
Disable Camera | Specify whether the device camera can be used. | |||
Disable Screenshots | The screenshot function is disabled only in apps within the work profile. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Changing Application Settings | Users can no longer change the settings of installed applications in the work profile (for example, force-stopping or uninstalling applications). | |||
User Restriction: Disable Pasting Between Different Profiles | Copy and paste between the user profile and the work profile is no longer possible. (Example) A URL copied in Chrome in the user profile cannot be pasted into Chrome in the work profile. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Installing Applications | Users can no longer install new Google Play Store apps or in-house apps in the work profile. To prohibit use of the Google Play Store, set Prohibit Google Play Store use by non-EMM accounts.If this restriction is enabled, apps from the MDM cannot be installed either. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Installing Apps from Unknown Sources | Installing apps from third-party stores and the web is uniformly prohibited, except for the Play Store and in-house apps distributed via the MDM. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Adding and Removing Accounts | Accounts can no longer be added to or removed from the device in the work profile. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Changing Location Settings | You can prohibit changing the location settings of the device. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Location Sharing | You can turn off the location settings of the device. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Uninstalling Applications | Applications installed in the work profile can no longer be uninstalled. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Turning Off App Verification | Prevents Google Play Protect app scanning from being turned off. Google always checks for malicious behavior, even in apps downloaded from third-party app markets. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Changing Debugging Settings | The USB debugging mode setting of the device can no longer be changed. | |||
Disable Accessibility | Settings for third-party accessibility apps can no longer be configured. The accessibility apps themselves can still be installed. | |||
Permitted Input Methods | An allowlist of input methods that can be used in addition to the standard input method preinstalled on the device. You can select from the following options.
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Disable Adding Accounts | If the application specified in this item is installed in the work profile, the account name can no longer be added on the device. | |||
Google Play Store Usage Restriction | The Google Play Store can no longer be used by non-EMM accounts. | Required | 2.3.3+ | |
| Work Profile Lock Screen Feature Restrictions (keyguard) | Restricts operations while the work area is locked.
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| Lock Screen Feature Restrictions (keyguard) | The operations specified in this item can no longer be performed on the lock screen.
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| Certificates | ||||
| Certificate | You can upload root certificates (.pem or .cer file extension) and client certificates (.p12 or .pfx file extension). Note: Register certificates used for Wi-Fi in the Wi-Fi payload. | |||
| Wi-Fi | ||||
| SSID | Specify the SSID of the Wi-Fi network to use. (Required) | |||
| MAC Address Randomization | Specify whether to use the fixed MAC address unique to the device or a temporarily generated random address when connecting to a Wi-Fi network. | |||
| Hidden Network | Turn this on if the Wi-Fi network to use is open or does not broadcast its SSID. | |||
| Security Type | Specify the type of encryption used when connecting to the Wi-Fi network. Note: The settings below, such as Password, vary depending on the security type. | |||
| EAP Type | Select the authentication method. | |||
| Unique Name | Specify the credentials for connecting to the Wi-Fi network. You can select a certificate uploaded in the Certificate payload. | |||
| Inner Authentication | Specify the inner authentication method required by the outer authentication method selected in EAP Type. | |||
| Password | Specify the password of the Wi-Fi network to connect to. | |||
| Client Certificate | You can upload a client certificate (.p12 file extension). | |||
| CA Certificate | You can upload a CA certificate (.cer file extension). | |||
| Domain Suffix Match | Enter this to verify the EAP server certificate by domain (DNS) suffix. On Android 11 and later, you must set either Domain Suffix Match or Subject Alternative Name (SAN) Match. | |||
| Subject Alternative Name (SAN) Match | Enter this to verify the EAP server certificate by subject alternative name. On Android 11 and later, you must set either Subject Alternative Name (SAN) Match or Domain Suffix Match. | |||
Security Settings | ||||
Default Input Method | Specify the default input method on the device. If left blank, the default input method of the device is applied.
Notes Before applying this setting to a device, you must first set up the specified input method on the device (install the keyboard app). If you apply this setting before setting up the input method on the device, keyboard input becomes completely unavailable. | |||
Application Configuration | ||||
Specify the apps to hide. | ||||
Specify the apps to suspend. | ||||
Per App Settings | Specify the configuration information required for the app to operate. | Required | 2.0+ | |
Managed Apps Allowed to Use Widgets | An allowlist for enabling widgets of managed apps in the work profile. Only the widgets of the managed apps specified here can be used. | |||
System App Settings | Enables (shows) preinstalled apps that the OS automatically disables (hides) when the device is enrolled in the MDM, so that they can be used. If you enroll using a BizMobile Go! QR code with "Show system apps" specified, all preinstalled apps become available after enrollment, so this setting is not needed. | 8.0+ | ||
Apps That Cannot Be Uninstalled | You can specify apps that are prohibited from being uninstalled in the work profile. | |||
Permission Request Policy | ||||
| Overall Permission Request Policy | You can specify how permission requests are handled when an app starts. | 2.0+ | ||
| Per App Runtime Permission Policy | You can specify how permission requests are handled when an app starts, for each app. | 2.0+ | ||
VPN Note: Displayed only when the profile type | ||||
| Connection Name★ | Enter the connection name. (Required) | Recommended | 6.0+ | 2.1.0+ |
| Connection Type | As of 2019/05/29, only connections using the F5 Acess app are supported. | Recommended | 6.0+ | 2.1.0+ |
| Server★ | Enter the host name or IP address of the VPN server. | Recommended | 6.0+ | 2.1.0+ |
| Account | Enter the user account for authenticating the connection. Optional (if ID and password are required for authentication) Enclose any value in {{ and }}. (Example) {{id}} | Recommended | 6.0+ | 2.1.0+ |
| User Authentication | Select the VPN authentication type. Select Certificate for certificate-only authentication, or Password + Certificate for authentication with a certificate plus an ID and password. | Recommended | 6.0+ | 2.1.0+ |
| Password Displayed only when Password+Certificate is selected for User Authentication | Enter the password for connection authentication. Optional (if ID and password are required for authentication) Enclose any value in {{ and }}. (Example) {{pw}} | Recommended | 6.0+ | 2.1.0+ |
Device Owner
Some profiles have usage requirements.
The requirements are listed in "EMM Settings (whether EMM settings are required for the unit)", "OS Ver. (supported OS versions)", and "BizGo!MDM Ver. (version of the MDM agent app)". Check them before you configure a profile.
| Item | Description | EMM Settings | OS Ver. | BizGo! MDM Ver. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Password Policy (Device) This is the password policy for locking the device. | ||||
Number of Failed Attempts Allowed | (Only when a password is required) Specify the number of password attempts allowed before the device is wiped (all data on the device is erased). | |||
Time Until Device Lock | (Only when a password is required) Specify the time until the device locks. | |||
Minimum Password Length | (Only when a password is required) Specify the minimum password length. | |||
Password Type | (Only when a password is required) Specify the password type from the following.
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Password Expiration | (Only when a password is required and the type is other than Something) Specify the number of changes required before the same password can be reused. | |||
Password History | (Only when a password is required and the type is other than Something) Specify the number of changes required before the same password can be reused. | |||
System Settings | ||||
Sleep Time | You can specify the time until the device goes to sleep. | |||
Configuration Policy | ||||
Proxy Server and Port | Specify the URL and port of the global proxy used on the device. | |||
Mute Master Volume | The master volume of the device is set to | |||
Force Specific | You can specify the app that is always used to open files of a specific format. | |||
Restriction Policy | ||||
Disable Camera | Specify whether the device camera can be used. | |||
Disable Manual Time Setting | The time on the device can no longer be set manually. | |||
Disable Screenshots | The screenshot function is disabled on the entire device. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Changing Application Settings | Users can no longer change the settings of installed applications (for example, force-stopping or uninstalling applications). | |||
User Restriction: Disable Pop-up Windows | You can prevent applications from displaying pop-ups. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Installing Applications | Users can no longer install new Google Play Store apps or in-house apps. To prohibit use of the Google Play Store, set Prohibit Google Play Store use by non-EMM accounts.If this restriction is enabled, apps from the MDM cannot be installed either. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Installing Apps from Unknown Sources | Installing apps from third-party stores and the web is uniformly prohibited, except for the Play Store and in-house apps distributed via the MDM. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Adding and Removing Accounts | Accounts can no longer be added to or removed from the device. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Changing Location Settings | You can prohibit changing the location settings of the device. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Location Sharing | You can turn off the location settings of the device. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Uninstalling Applications | Applications installed on the device can no longer be uninstalled. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Turning Off App Verification | Prevents Google Play Protect app scanning from being turned off. Google always checks for malicious behavior, even in apps downloaded from third-party app markets. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Adding Users | New device users can no longer be added. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Adjusting Volume | The volume of the device can no longer be adjusted. | |||
| User Restriction: Disable Bluetooth | Bluetooth can no longer be used. | |||
| User Restriction: Disable Sending Files via Bluetooth | Files can no longer be sent using Bluetooth. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Changing Bluetooth Settings | Bluetooth settings can no longer be changed. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Changing Emergency Alert Settings | Emergency alert settings can no longer be changed. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Changing Credentials Settings | Users can no longer install certificates from storage or delete installed certificates. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Changing Mobile Network Settings | Mobile network settings can no longer be changed. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Changing Tethering & Hotspot Settings | Tethering and portable access point settings can no longer be changed. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Changing VPN Settings | VPN settings can no longer be changed. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Changing Wi-Fi Settings | The Wi-Fi destination and connection settings can no longer be changed. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Changing Debugging Settings | The USB debugging mode setting of the device can no longer be changed. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Factory Reset | The device can no longer be reset to factory settings. | |||
User Restriction: Disable External Media | You can prohibit connecting external media (such as SD cards) to the device. Note: Some devices do not support external media at all. On those devices, this setting cannot be enabled. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Outgoing Calls | Note: To use this feature, you must apply for the Call Allowlist option.
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User Restriction: Disable Removing Users | Users registered on the device can no longer be removed. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Sending SMS | SMS can no longer be sent. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Unmuting the Microphone | Users can no longer unmute the microphone for applications that access it. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Sending and Receiving Files via USB | Files can no longer be sent to or received from external devices via a USB cable. | |||
User Restriction: Disable Sending Data via NFC Note: Supported only on Android 5.1 and later | Data such as the phonebook can no longer be shared with other devices via NFC. | 5.1+ | ||
Allow Backup Service | You can allow the Google backup service. | |||
Disable Accessibility | Settings for third-party accessibility apps can no longer be configured. The accessibility apps themselves can still be installed. | |||
Permitted Input Methods | An allowlist of input methods that can be used in addition to the standard input method preinstalled on the device. You can select from the following options.
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Disable Adding Accounts | Account names for the application specified in this item can no longer be added on the device. | |||
| Google Play Store Usage Restriction | The Google Play Store can no longer be used by non-EMM accounts. | Required | 2.3.3+ | |
Lock Screen Feature Restrictions (keyguard) | The operations specified in this item can no longer be performed on the lock screen.
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| Certificates | ||||
| Certificate | You can upload root certificates (.pem or .cer file extension) and client certificates (.p12 or .pfx file extension). Note: Register certificates used for Wi-Fi in the Wi-Fi payload. | |||
| Wi-Fi | ||||
| SSID | Specify the SSID of the Wi-Fi network to use. (Required) | |||
| MAC Address Randomization | Specify whether to use the fixed MAC address unique to the device or a temporarily generated random address when connecting to a Wi-Fi network. | |||
| Hidden Network | Turn this on if the Wi-Fi network to use is open or does not broadcast its SSID. | |||
| Security Type | Specify the type of encryption used when connecting to the Wi-Fi network. Note: The settings below, such as Password, vary depending on the security type. | |||
| EAP Type | Select the authentication method. | |||
| Unique Name | Specify the credentials for connecting to the Wi-Fi network. You can select a certificate uploaded in the Certificate payload. | |||
| Password | Specify the password of the Wi-Fi network to connect to. | |||
| Client Certificate | You can upload a client certificate (.p12 file extension). | |||
| CA Certificate | You can upload a CA certificate (.cer file extension). | |||
| Domain Suffix Match | Enter this to verify the EAP server certificate by domain (DNS) suffix. On Android 11 and later, you must set either Domain Suffix Match or Subject Alternative Name (SAN) Match. | |||
| Subject Alternative Name (SAN) Match | Enter this to verify the EAP server certificate by subject alternative name. On Android 11 and later, you must set either Subject Alternative Name (SAN) Match or Domain Suffix Match. | |||
Wi-Fi SSID Policy | ||||
Policy Type | Allowlist: Allows connections only to the specified SSIDs. | |||
Global Settings | ||||
Enable ADB | You can specify whether to enable or disable use of the USB debugging mode of the device. | |||
Enable Bluetooth | You can specify whether to enable or disable use of Bluetooth. | |||
Enable Data Roaming | You can specify whether to enable or disable use of data roaming. | |||
Enable Developer Options | You can specify whether to enable or disable use of developer options. | |||
Enable Wi-Fi | You can specify whether to enable or disable use of Wi-Fi.
Notes Set this to If you specify | |||
Wi-Fi During Sleep | You can specify the Wi-Fi behavior while the device is asleep. | |||
Security Settings | ||||
Default Input Method | Specify the default input method on the device. If left blank, the default input method of the device is applied.
Notes Before applying this setting to a device, you must first set up the specified input method on the device (install the keyboard app). If you apply this setting before setting up the input method on the device, keyboard input becomes completely unavailable. | |||
Location Acquisition Method | You can specify the location acquisition mode of the device. | |||
Application Configuration | ||||
Specify the apps to hide. | ||||
Specify the apps to suspend. | ||||
Per App Settings | Specify the settings for each app. Enter the app package name and the settings (JSON format). | Required | ||
System App Settings | Enables (shows) preinstalled apps that the OS automatically disables (hides) when the device is enrolled in the MDM, so that they can be used. If you enroll using a BizMobile Go! QR code with "Show system apps" specified, all preinstalled apps become available after enrollment, so this setting is not needed. | 8.0+ | ||
Apps That Cannot Be Uninstalled | You can specify apps that are prohibited from being uninstalled. | |||
Allowed Lock Task Mode Applications | Specify the app used for device lock. Once the specified app is installed on the device, it can be used for device lock. | 8.0 or earlier | ||
Permission Request Policy | ||||
| Overall Permission Request Policy | You can specify how permission requests are handled when an app starts. | 2.0+ | ||
| Per App Runtime Permission Policy | You can specify how permission requests are handled when an app starts, for each app. | 2.0+ | ||
| System Update Policy | Select how OS updates are run from the following options.
Updates are performed automatically in the background when all three conditions are met: connected to Wi-Fi, charging, and idle Installation starts as soon as an update becomes available, regardless of the above conditions A time restriction is added to the conditions for When the postponement period ends, the device switches to the default operation mode | 2.0+ | ||
Kiosk Settings | ||||
| Apps | Specify the apps to display on the home screen. You can also display multiple apps. You also need to complete some steps on the device. After configuring the profile settings, open the BizGo!MDM agent app on the device, select Kiosk mode, and configure Kiosk mode by following the on-screen instructions. | 9.0+ | 2.0+ | |
| Passcode★ | Specify the password required to exit Kiosk mode on the device. (Required) To exit Kiosk mode, tap the Back button on the device several times. When the Exit Kiosk mode pop-up appears, enter the passcode specified here. | 9.0+ | 2.0+ | |
Lock Screen Message | ||||
| Lock Screen Message | Configure the text displayed on the lock screen. The maximum number of characters is 60. | 7+ | 2.6.6+ | |
VPN Note: Displayed only when the profile type | ||||
| Connection Name★ | Enter the connection name. (Required) | Recommended | 6.0+ | 2.1.0+ |
| Connection Type | As of 2019/05/29, only connections using the F5 Acess app are supported. | Recommended | 6.0+ | 2.1.0+ |
| Server★ | Enter the host name or IP address of the VPN server. | Recommended | 6.0+ | 2.1.0+ |
| Account | Enter the user account for authenticating the connection. Optional (if ID and password are required for authentication) Enclose any value in {{ and }}. (Example) {{id}} | Recommended | 6.0+ | 2.1.0+ |
| User Authentication | Select the VPN authentication type. Select Certificate for certificate-only authentication, or Password + Certificate for authentication with a certificate plus an ID and password. | Recommended | 6.0+ | 2.1.0+ |
| Password Displayed only when Password+Certificate is selected for User Authentication | Enter the password for connection authentication. Optional (if ID and password are required for authentication) Enclose any value in {{ and }}. (Example) {{pw}} | Recommended | 6.0+ | 2.1.0+ |