# Disable Mobile Data 

> Disable mobile data on Windows Devices using Applivery Policies — control data usage, enhance security, and enforce network restrictions.

Source: https://docs.applivery.com/en/device-management/windows/policies/disabling-mobile-data/  •  Last updated: 2026-03-24

**Key topics:** Mobile data management, Windows device policies, Applivery configuration, Network security, Data usage control, Windows, Applivery, Device Management, Cellular Data

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**TL;DR:** Learn how to disable mobile data on Windows devices using Applivery to control data usage and enhance security.

Disabling mobile data on Windows Devices is an essential step for organizations aiming to optimize connectivity, control data usage costs, and enforce network security Policies. With growing reliance on Windows laptops, tablets, and hybrid Devices that support cellular connections, managing mobile data access remotely is crucial to prevent unauthorized usage and reduce unexpected charges.

Windows provides built-in settings and policy controls to allow IT administrators to disable or restrict mobile data usage across corporate Devices. By leveraging these capabilities through Applivery, organizations can centrally configure mobile data restrictions, ensuring Devices adhere to corporate Policies while minimizing disruption to user workflows.

Disabling mobile data enhances security by limiting Devices to approved networks, reducing risks associated with unsecured cellular connections. It also supports compliance requirements by preventing data leaks and controlling network traffic. Furthermore, managing mobile data effectively helps extend battery life and ensures predictable network performance.

## Disabling mobile data

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Once in the [**Applivery Dashboard**](https://dashboard.applivery.io/), head to **Policies** 1. Choose the Policy where you want to add this configuration.

**Add Connectivity Configuration**

In the left-hand menu, select **\+ Add configuration** 2, and search for **Connectivity** 3.  

![connectivity](https://docs.applivery.com/int/_r2/media/09ac0a4e-3ad8-478f-9f15-3474973eec71/59220abb-6cff-47de-be1d-8666d0728d5c.png)

**Configure Cellular Data**

Locate the **Allow cellular data** setting and set its value according to your specific requirements.  

![disallow celular data](https://docs.applivery.com/int/_r2/media/09ac0a4e-3ad8-478f-9f15-3474973eec71/cfeb7d10-37b7-4c33-8f35-e2e341a2734c.png)