Silent Install

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Definition of Silent Install: The automatic installation of an app on a managed device without requiring any action from the user. Silent installs are triggered by the MDM platform and are possible because of the elevated permissions granted during enterprise enrollment.

Silent Install is the automatic installation of an app on a managed device without requiring any action from the user. Silent installs are triggered by the MDM platform and are possible because of the elevated permissions granted during enterprise enrollment.

How Silent Install Works

The MDM administrator pushes an app to devices through Managed Google Play or the MDM console. The device automatically downloads and installs the app without user interaction. Users see a notification that an app is being installed.

User Experience

Silent install improves user experience by eliminating the need for users to find and install required apps. Users receive required apps automatically and can start using them immediately.

Managed Google Play Integration

MDM platforms distribute apps through Managed Google Play, which supports silent installation for apps available in the catalog. Organizations can push approved apps silently without users needing to approve installation.

Installation Timing

Silent installs can be scheduled for specific times (e.g., overnight) to minimize impact on device performance during business hours. Installs can be pushed immediately or queued for later.

Approval Options

Organizations can configure whether users can uninstall silently installed apps. Some apps might be marked as mandatory and cannot be uninstalled, while others allow uninstall.

Dependencies

Silent install simplifies ensuring critical apps are deployed to all devices. Organizations can ensure compliance checking apps, security apps, and required business apps are installed on all devices.

Error Handling

If silent install fails, the MDM platform retries the installation. Users are notified of any persistent installation failures so they can contact support if needed.

Updates

Silent install also applies to app updates. New versions of silently installed apps are automatically updated on devices. Users don’t need to manually check for or install updates.

Security and Compliance

Silent install enables organizations to deploy security patches and compliance-required apps to all devices quickly. This helps maintain consistent security posture across the fleet.