Let's be honest: getting an iPad from school is one of the most amazing things happening to us as students. However, with the freshly found love fog around our newly found devices, we often forget how limited functionality they provide such as the restrictions on app store usage. But all of that is about to change, as in this article, we will show you:
MDMs are technology created by Apple itself that are designed to allow teachers and corporate leaders to monitor the usage of school or company devices of their students and employees and ensure that the device provided to them for the purpose of adding value aren't being used for other recreational purposes, especially during work and school hours.
And honestly, I can get behind that, as if the school is only restricting your use of the device in a certain capacity during work hours, then it has every right to, as you should be focusing on your studies anyways.
These MDMs allow teachers to keep an eye on their student's devices via a live capture of their screens and can share URLs and study materials directly to their devices. They can also choose to share someone's screen with the rest of the class with the help of a projector to make presentation processing easier.
If the iPad you're using is issued by your educational institution and doesn't show the app store, it's likely that the administration has blocked it. For you to have the restriction removed, the easiest way to do so is by asking the admin staff to remove the lock.
However, do keep in mind that although this is the easiest method, it is also one with the lowest success rate. If the app store is locked, the admin had enough probable cause to block it off intentionally and will not be willing to remove it just because you asked nicely.
However, it is still worth a try and you can consider these tips when communicating with your school's IT department:
Build Your Case: Gain a clear understanding of why you want t get App store on the school iPad and be prepared to articulate the educational advantages.
Politeness Matters: Approach the IT department with politeness and respect, recognizing that their role is to assist.
Request a Face-to-Face Meeting: Propose a meeting to discuss your request in person. In-person communication can often be more effective than relying solely on email.
Emphasize Responsibility: Highlight your responsible use of the iPad and assure the IT department that you will continue to be responsible even without restrictions.
On the other hand, let's just say you're a very cool student, and everyone in the school administration absolutely adores you. You visit one of the instructors and ask for the passcode to get the most out of your device; lo and behold, they give it to you. What are you supposed to do now? Here's a quick guide on how to remove the MDM profile if you get your hands on the passcode:
Step 1. Open the "Settings" app on your iPhone or iPad. Go to "General" and look for "VPN & Device Management" settings.
Step 2. You'll find one or more profiles under "Mobile Device Management" or "Profiles." Find the one you're unsure about.
Step 3. Tap on the app profile you want to check. A new page will open, showing you the MDM profile's restrictions and permissions and how it manages your device. This will help you determine if it's causing issues with the App Store.
Step 4. Scroll down and tap "Remove Management" at the bottom of the screen. Here is when you will be asked to enter the passcode you so charismatically got from the admin.
Enter the passcode to confirm your action. Once you remove the MDM profile, you should be able to access the App Store without any restrictions.
Now, let's be real for a second. Although the sound of being so loved by everyone that they just give you the password is amazing, it is unlikely to happen because if it were the case, there wouldn't be any restrictions to begin with.
However, there is a way to get rid of the MDM profile to get the App store on school iPad without involving anyone from the admin, and that is by using a third-party software, namely LockPass unlocker. Let me start off by saying that this tool absolutely surprised me as I wasn't expecting it to work so effectively.
This tool is one of a kind as it allows you to not only get rid of the MDM profile but also remove most of the locks such as screen passcode, screen time passcode you may encounter in your lifetime as an iOS user. Plus, it is extremely easy to use! All you have to do is:
Step 1. Start by downloading, installing, and opening LockPass unlocker on your computer.
Step 2. You'll see three options for LockPass unlocker to help you bypass various locks, including the MDM lock. Choose "Bypass MDM Lock" to continue.
Step 3. Connect your iPad to your computer using a USB cable. The device should be automatically detected and connected throughout the process.
Step 4. Make sure your iPad is currently locked on the MDM screen, and click "Start" from LockPass unlocker to start the bypassing process.
Step 5. When the removal is finished, your iPad will restart automatically. You don't need to set it up as a new device. Choose "Don't Transfer App & Data" when prompted, and then click "Done" in LockPass unlocker to complete the process.
And there you have it! Gone are the days when you'd have to suffer the oppression caused to your device by the wretched MDM profile as you now enjoy the complete functionality of your iPad thanks to LockPass unlocker.
The only tool you would need for as long as you keep an iOS device handy. So what are you waiting for? Grab onto that iPad, and get ready to crush some candies as you take back control of your technological assets!
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