How to Deploy Helperbird Using Microsoft Intune
Deploy Helperbird using Microsoft Intune Automate accessibility tool rollout across your Windows devices and organization
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Microsoft Intune allows you to deploy and manage browser extensions across your organization. Here's how to deploy Helperbird to your users.
Deploy to Microsoft Edge
Step 1: Access Intune Admin Center
Log into the Microsoft Intune admin center with your administrator account.
Step 2: Navigate to Configuration Profiles
Go to Devices > Configuration profiles and click Create profile.
Select:
- Platform: Windows 10 and later
- Profile type: Templates
- Template name: Administrative Templates
Step 3: Configure Edge Extensions
In the profile settings, navigate to: Computer Configuration > Microsoft Edge > Extensions
Enable Control which extensions are installed silently and add Helperbird's Edge extension ID:
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Set the installation mode to Force install.
Step 4: Assign the Profile
Assign the configuration profile to your target groups (users or devices) and save.
Deploy to Google Chrome
Step 1: Create a New Profile
In the Intune admin center, go to Devices > Configuration profiles and create a new profile for Chrome.
Step 2: Configure Chrome Extensions
Navigate to the Chrome extension settings and enable Configure the list of force-installed apps and extensions.
Add Helperbird's Chrome extension ID:
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Step 3: Add Update URL
For Chrome extensions, you'll also need the update URL:
https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx
The full entry should be:
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Step 4: Assign and Deploy
Assign the profile to your target groups and save. The extension will be installed on devices during the next sync.
Verify Deployment
Step 1: Check Device Sync
Ensure target devices have synced with Intune. This can take up to 8 hours for new policies.
Step 2: Verify in Browser
On a target device, open Edge or Chrome and check that Helperbird appears in the extensions list. It should be installed and marked as "Installed by your organization."
Step 3: Test Functionality
Click the Helperbird icon to ensure it opens correctly and features are accessible.
Tip: If the extension doesn't appear immediately, try restarting the browser or forcing a device sync in Intune.
Adding License Key via Intune
To activate Pro features, you can also deploy the license key through Intune using managed preferences or registry settings. Contact our support team for specific guidance on your configuration.
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Need Additional Help?
Having trouble with Intune deployment? Reach out to our Helperbird support team and we'll help you get set up!
