What file types can I manage on macOS devices with Applivery?

You can manage books (.epub, .pdf), certificates (.p12, .pem, .der), and images (.png, .jpg) on macOS devices using Applivery.

Where are files saved when 'Primary user' scope is selected?

When the 'Primary user' scope is selected, files are saved for the current user in the recommended path: ~/AppliveryAssets.

Where are files saved when 'All users' scope is selected?

When the 'All users' scope is selected, files are saved in a shared folder accessible to all users. The recommended path is /Users/Shared/AppliveryAssets.

Where are files saved when 'System' scope is selected?

When the 'System' scope is selected, files are stored in a protected path accessible only by root. The recommended path is /var/root/AppliveryAssets.

How often does Applivery check for file changes on macOS devices?

Applivery checks for file changes every 10 minutes. If a file is missing or changed, it will be re-downloaded.

How do I add a file to a policy in Applivery?

In the Applivery Dashboard, go to Policies, select Resources, and click '+ Add Resource' to add a file to the policy.

Is the Applivery macOS Agent required for file management?

Yes, the Applivery macOS Agent must be enabled to use the file management feature.

Securely Manage macOS Content Files with Applivery MDM

As businesses grow, so does the need to manage and secure data on Devices. Managing content files on macOS Devices is vital to maintaining productivity and security within an organization.

File management in macOS allows you to upload files defining their location and attributes, assigning them to the system, all users, or the current user. With this configuration, you can distribute books, set up a wallpaper, or deploy certificates.

Warning

To use this feature, ensure that the Applivery macOS Agent is enabled. You can learn more about it here.

Adding a File to a Policy

Once in the Applivery Dashboard, go to any of your Policies (1) or create a new one. From the left-hand menu, click on the Resources (2) section, then click the + Add Resource button (3).

Select the File type

A modal view will be displayed, allowing you to select the type of file you want to add to the Policy:

Books: in .epub or .pdf format.
Certificates: in .p12, .pem or .der format.
Images: in .png or .jpg format.

Upload the File

You can choose to upload the selected file either from the Resources section or from your Device.

Next, you can select both the Scope and the Location where the file will be saved. Once you choose the scope, in the Location field, you can either use the recommended location or define it yourself:

Primary user: The file will be saved for the current user and will be only accessible to them. The recommended path will be ~/AppliveryAssets.
All users: The file will be saved in a shared folder accessible to all users. The recommended path will be /Users/Shared/AppliveryAssets.
System: The file will be stored in a protected path accessible only by root. The recommended path will be /var/root/AppliveryAssets.

Note

File checks are performed every 10 minutes. If the file is not found, has changed in size, or has different attributes, it will be re-downloaded, overwriting the previous version.

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