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Create Profiles

Mobile > Create Profiles

The Create Profiles pages defines configuration profiles. Profiles determine how devices are configured and managed using Mobile Device Management. Each profile represents a different set of options. Changes to a profile affect all devices assigned that profile. A profile is assigned to devices using Mobile > Assign Profiles.

Types of Profiles

Multiple profiles of the same type can be assigned to the same device, except for the Security Profile, which is restricted to one profile. The Device Feature Profile applies to iOS devices only.

  • Email Profile - Configures the email client on a managed mobile device. Currently applies only to iOS devices.
  • Security Profile - Configures policies related to the creation of PINs. PINs are used by a devices users to unlock their devices.
  • Device Feature Profile - Applies to iOS devices only. Enables and disables popular features on iOS devices.
  • Web Clip Profile - Specifies a web application "shortcut" to a URL that the device can access. Currently applies only to iOS devices.
  • Device Settings Profile - Sets check-in and location options on devices. This is the only profile that applies to Blackberries.
  • WiFi Profile - Sets WiFi options on devices.