Apple kiosk mode is one of the most common features administrators can use to dedicate Apple devices to serve a specific purpose or limit the usage of those devices to a set of apps or features.
In this article, you will see the main kiosk modes that Applivery provides and a deep description of all their features and configuration options.
Available Apple lockdown modes #
Applivery provides 2 main kiosk modes for Apple devices:
Kiosk mode
Number of Apps
Description
App Lock
Just one App
Lock device to a single App. Applivery's App Lock mode is typically used when administrators want to lockdown devices to a single App, preventing users from escaping from such an application.
Home Screen Layout
Multiple Apps
Lock device to multiple Apps using Applivery's Home Screen Layout payload.
App Lock in Apple devices #
How to set up App Lock in Apple devices #
App Lock configuration is set at the Policy level in Applivery. Once in the Applivery Dashboard, go to any of your Policies (under Device Management > Policies (1)). From the left side menu go to Apps (2) and click the button (3).
Additionally, you will need to configure the Allow / block list property from the + Add configuration > Restrictions > Allow / block list section and select Allow only some apps.
Now, click the + Add configuration button again and select App Lock. Then, enter the application’s Bundle ID and include any additional settings you require.
Home Screen Layout for Apple devices #
How to set up a Home Screen Layout #
The Home Screen Layout configuration allows administrators to select specific Apple apps and display them in a locked user interface. Administrators can control which applications are available and even organize them into folders in this mode.
Just like the App Lock configuration, the Home Screen Layout is set at Policy level in Applivery. Once in the Applivery Dashboard, go to any of your Policies (under Device Management > Policies (1)).
From the left-side menu, click the + Add Configuration button and select Home Screen Layout. Here, you’ll find a device-like display where you can add apps, web clips, and even folders to customize your iPhone’s screen layout as needed.
It’s also important to note that the Settings app cannot be blocked.
