Create a macOS WebClip Policy

This policy deploys Web Clips to managed macOS devices, providing users with quick access to specific web resources directly from their home screen. By standardizing access to essential company portals and tools, organizations can significantly improve user productivity and ensure a secure, unified browsing experience across the fleet.

Prerequisites

• macOS devices must be enrolled in Apple MDM with the following enrollment type:
  • Device-Enrolled Devices - These devices are owned by the corporation, and enrolled by the admin or by the user.
  • User-Enrolled Devices - These are personal devices used for work where the user enrolls the device to securely access corporate data while maintaining personal privacy.
  • Auto-Enrolled Devices - These devices are owned and enrolled by the corporation through Automated Device Enrollment.
    For more information, see MDM Enrollment Method.
• Target devices must be running macOS 17 or later.

Creating the Policy

To create the policy:

1. Log in to the JumpCloud Admin Portal.

2. Go to Device Management > Policy Management and click (+).
3. On the New Policy panel, select the Mac tab.
4. Search and select WebClip from the list, then click configure.
5. (Optional) In the Policy Name field, enter a new name for the policy or keep the default. Policy names must be unique.
6. (Optional) In the Policy Notes field, enter details such as creation date of the policy, and information on testing and deployment of the policy.

Configuring the Policy

Configure the following under the Settings section:

• IsRemovable - Enable this option to allow users to delete the WebClip from their devices.
• Label - Provide a concise name for the WebClip. This text will appear directly under the icon on the user's Home screen.
• URL - Enter the web address you want the shortcut to open. Ensure the address begins with HTTP or HTTPS to guarantee a successful connection. For example, https://console.jumpcloud.com

Under the Icon Image, the following options are available:

• Icon - Upload a PNG, GIF, or JPEG to give your WebClip a custom look.
• Precomposed - Select this to prevent Apple’s SpringBoard from adding a shine or glossy sheen to the icon when it is displayed on the user’s home screen.

Applying the Policy

1. (Optional) Select the Device Groups tab. Select one or more device groups where you want to apply this policy. For device groups with multiple OS member types, the policy is applied only to the supported OS.
2. (Optional) Select the Devices tab. Select one or more devices where you want to apply this policy.
3. Click Save. If prompted, click Save again. The policy configuration settings are applied automatically and do not require a system restart.