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SureLock Settings (Android)

SureLock is a robust Android application that allows devices to function as kiosks by restricting access to specific applications, websites, widgets, shortcuts, and phone settings. With SureMDM's remote management capabilities, administrators can seamlessly configure SureLock Settings on enrolled devices from a centralized web console.

To create a SureLock Settings job and deploy it to the enrolled device(s) or group(s) remotely, follow these steps:

1. On the SureMDM Web Console, navigate to Jobs > New Job > Android > SureLock Settings.  

2. In the SureLock Settings prompt, select the desired option from the following and configure the settings, and then click Save.

  • Allowed Applications
  • Manage Websites
  • SureLock Settings
  • Samsung Knox Settings
  • Allowed Widgets
  • Manage Shortcuts
  • Phone Settings  
  • Shared Device Mode
  •  Import/Export Settings
  • About SureLock       

3. Enter a Job Name, Password, and click OK. 

     The newly created job will be listed in the Jobs List section. 

4. Go back to the Home tab and select the Android device(s) or group(s).

5. Click Apply to launch the Apply Job/Profile To Device prompt.

6. In the Apply Job/Profile To Device prompt, select the job and click Apply.

      Note: Admin has the following options to select from:

       i. Download the surelock.settings file using Save As File. 

      ii. To edit the SureLock settings in XML form, click Edit XML.

     iii. To install and activate SureLock on a device remotely, click Advanced Option and enter the Activation Code.

SureLock Settings job can also be deployed to an enrolled device using Quick Action Toolbar. See Remote Deployment of Dynamic Jobs Using Quick Action Toolbar.