iOS Kiosk Mode Configuration

This process involves setting up Kiosk Mode on iOS devices, which is a feature that restricts devices to a single application or a predefined set of apps. This is particularly useful for dedicated-use devices like point-of-sale systems or digital signage, ensuring that users cannot access other features or applications.

Step 1

Begin by familiarizing yourself with Kiosk Mode on iOS devices. This feature restricts devices to a single app or a predetermined set of applications, ideal for dedicated-use scenarios like point-of-sale terminals or digital signage.

Step 2

Before proceeding with setting up a kiosk policy, ensure the iOS device is both supervised and enrolled in SigniFlow UEM. To begin creating a single app kiosk policy, navigate to the Policies tab and click on New Policy.

Step 3

Decide whether to create a new policy from scratch or use an existing template.

Step 4

To proceed with creating a new policy, select the appropriate platform and click Next.

Step 5

Select the type of policy you wish to create.

Step 6

Since we are creating a kiosk policy, click Next to continue.

Step 7

Provide an appropriate name and description for the policy.

Step 8

Explore the available kiosk options, such as Single App and Multi-App modes, suitable for iOS devices.

Step 9

Begin with the Single App mode. In this configuration, the device is locked to a single app, launching automatically without user intervention. This mode is supported by supervised iOS devices running iOS 6 or later.

Step 10

Supervision of the device can be performed using Apple Configurator for Mac, manual setup, or Apple Business Manager for zero-touch deployment. Once supervision and enrollment are complete, press Configure to select the app you want to install, and adjust advanced kiosk settings like enabling touch, volume control, or device rotation.

Step 11

Press the information icon for more details about a specific feature.

Step 12

After reviewing the information, assign the policy to the target device and press Save.

Step 13

Ensure the policy is saved.

Step 14

Wait for the policy to be validated.

Step 15

Continue with the process.

Step 16

Once the device powers on, the kiosk-enabled application will automatically launch, restricting the device to a single app.

Step 17

The Multi-App kiosk option restricts the device to a specific set of apps, limiting access to all other applications.

Step 18

Ensure that only approved apps are available for use.

Step 19

This setup ensures that the device is used exclusively for approved apps by restricting access to everything else.

Step 20

Remember, multi-app kiosks are supported only on supervised iOS devices running iOS 9.3 or later.

Step 21

Press Configure to add settings. Note that the home settings are added by default and cannot be removed. Add devices individually or as a group, including local or public store apps, and then press Done.

Step 22

Set up the devices as needed.

Step 23

Push the required apps to the device, making them mandatory.

Step 24

Enterprise and app apps can be installed or updated silently on supervised devices, keeping everything current without manual intervention.

Step 25

Web apps are shortcuts to specific URLs, accessible within the kiosk. Configure the web app kiosk to limit users to a select set of approved apps.

Step 26

Provision web pages as required, deciding how web apps are opened in kiosk mode. Set wallpapers and allow websites to be opened in Safari or the Hexnode browser lite.

Step 27

Hexnode browser lite ensures unrestricted access to approved external links without additional apps.

Step 28

Enable certain websites, make advanced kiosk settings, and test how users interact with the kiosk.

Step 29

Create a consistent, secure environment by saving the settings.

Step 30

The autonomous single app mode allows an iOS device to be locked into a single app kiosk mode. Configure it to display a specific app in the foreground, with options to select wallpaper and other settings.

Step 31

Navigate to advanced website kiosk settings to configure additional features for iOS devices operating in web app kiosk mode.

Step 32

Web apps reside on the device like traditional apps, with the website or application URL appearing on the home screen as an app with a chosen icon.

Step 33

Kiosk-enabled devices can access web apps.

Step 34

Note that advanced kiosk settings are only effective if the web app is configured to open in the Hexnode browser lite on iOS devices.

Step 35

Manage detailed controls such as the toolbar, theme color, screen notifications, scheduled refresh, and app access when the device is off. Adjust exit settings in the autonomous single app mode.

Step 36

The autonomous single app mode allows a device to lock into a single app kiosk mode on the screen. Configure it to ensure no other application interrupts the foreground app.

Step 37

This feature is useful in scenarios like classrooms for conducting tests.

Step 38

The apps function without foreground interruptions and can be exited once the task is completed.

Step 39

To enable this mode, select the app you want and click on the appropriate options.

Step 40

Press done and save the configuration.

Step 41

Assign the policy to the desired targets and press save to complete the process. The iOS device will...

Step 42

lock itself into a single application upon launch and exit kiosk mode at a specified time when the user logs out.

Step 43

The task is complete.

Step 44

This covers all the kiosk features available on iOS devices.

Step 45

For further features or support, reach out to our support team. Our help desks are ready to assist you. Thank you.