Understanding APK Deployment Limitations on Android Enterprise Profile Owner Devices

Satish Shetty Updated by Satish Shetty

Overview

Administrators may experience APK deployment failures on Android Enterprise Profile Owner (Work Profile) devices within the Codeproof Cyber Device Manager (MDM/UEM) platform.

Explanation of the PackageInstaller Limitation

The Android PackageInstaller does not function the same way in Work Profile mode as it does in Device Owner mode. This limitation is intended to enhance security and maintain app control within managed environments. As a result, APKs cannot be directly deployed to Work Profile devices using the Cyber Device Manager dashboard. However, the result may incorrectly indicate "APK installed successfully" (PackageInstaller.STATUS_SUCCESS), even though the installation did not actually occur.

To install applications on Work Profile devices, administrators must use the Managed Google Play Store. Managed Play Store allows organizations to distribute both public and private apps (APKs) securely, aligning with Android's intended functionality for Work Profiles.

For APK deployment on Work Profile devices, ensure that the app is available through Managed Google Play:

  • Public Apps: Select and approve apps directly from the Managed Google Play Store.
  • Private Apps: Upload and manage custom apps (APKs) through the Managed Google Play console, ensuring they are accessible only to designated devices.

For further questions or assistance, please reach out to Codeproof Support.

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