How can I block URLs in Internet Explorer and Edge with Applivery?

Use Applivery's Device Management section to configure custom policies that restrict access to specific websites, enhancing security and productivity.

Where do I configure URL blocking in the Applivery dashboard?

Navigate to Device Management > Policies, select a policy, and add a Custom Policy configuration.

What OMA-URI do I use to block websites in Applivery?

Use the OMA-URI `./Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/InternetExplorer/DisallowRunOnSites`.

What format should the blocked URL list be in?

The format should be String (chr), with URLs separated by semicolons.

How do I add a custom policy in Applivery?

In the policy settings, select '+ Add configuration', search for 'Custom Policies', and click '+ Add Value'.

What browsers are affected by this URL blocking configuration?

This configuration blocks URLs in Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge.

Why should I block URLs in Internet Explorer and Edge?

Blocking URLs improves productivity, limits distractions, enhances security, and enforces browsing policies.

Block Websites on Edge & IE

Blocking URLs in Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge is a useful way to control web access on managed devices. Whether to improve productivity, limit distractions, or enhance security, restricting access to particular websites can help organizations enforce browsing policies effectively.

With Applivery, administrators can centrally configure these restrictions to ensure that users only access approved content, creating a safer and more controlled browsing environment.

Controlling Web Access

Once in the Applivery Dashboard, head to Policies (1). Choose the Policy where you want to add this configuration.

Navigate to Custom Policies

In the left-hand menu, select + Add configuration (2), search for Custom Policies (3), and then click + Add Value to create the new configuration.

Remember to select the correct policy before adding the custom configuration.

Use the following OMA-URI to block websites:

OMA-URI: ./Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/InternetExplorer/DisallowRunOnSites.
Format: String (chr).
Value: Configure a list of blocked URLs separated by semicolons.

Controlling Web Access

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