Hello, Mac lovers! If you've ever dreamt of a seamless sign-on experience on your beloved macOS devices, you're in luck. Microsoft's new Platform SSO (Single Sign-On) for macOS is now in public preview, and it's here to make your digital life a breeze. Get ready to wave goodbye to the hassle of multiple sign-ins and say hello to smooth sailing with this exciting new feature.
Let's dive in!
What is Platform SSO for macOS?
Picture this: You log into your macOS device, and boom—you're automatically signed into all your Microsoft apps and services without lifting a finger. That's the magic of Platform SSO. It streamlines your work, saves you time, and enhances security by reducing the need for multiple passwords. Now, let's get you set up!
Here's how it works.
Step 1: Update Your macOS
First things first, make sure your macOS is up-to-date. Platform SSO requires macOS 10.15 or later. Head to your System Preferences and click on Software Update to check for the latest updates.
Step 2: Enroll Your Device in Microsoft Endpoint Manager
Next, you'll need to enroll your device in Microsoft Intune. If you haven't done this before, don't worry—it's a piece of cake.
Step 2: Enroll Your Device in Microsoft Endpoint Manager
Next, you'll need to enroll your device in Microsoft Intune. If you haven't done this before, don't worry—it's a piece of cake.
- Open the Company Portal app on your macOS device.
- Sign in with your work or school account.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the enrollment process.
Now that your device is enrolled, it's time to configure Platform SSO. Here's how:
- Sign in to the Microsoft Intune admin center.
- Navigate to Devices > Configuration profiles.
- Click + Create profile.
- Set Platform to macOS, then choose Templates > Device features.
- Give your profile a descriptive name, like "macOS SSO Configuration".
- Under Configuration settings, select Single sign-on app extension.
- Choose Microsoft Entra ID as the SSO app extension type.
- Configure additional settings such as:
App bundle ID: Enter bundle IDs for apps that don’t support MSAL.
AppPrefixAllowList: Recommended value iscom.microsoft.,com.apple..
browser_sso_interaction_enabled: Set to1to allow sign-in from Safari.
disable_explicit_app_prompt: Set to1to reduce unnecessary prompts. - Assign the profile to your macOS devices.
Step 4: Sync Your Device
Almost there! To apply the new configuration, you'll need to sync your device with Microsoft Endpoint Manager.
That's it! You've successfully enabled Platform SSO for your macOS device. From now on, enjoy the magic of automatic sign-ins across your Microsoft apps and services. No more juggling multiple passwords—just pure, unadulterated productivity.
Almost there! To apply the new configuration, you'll need to sync your device with Microsoft Endpoint Manager.
- Open the Company Portal app again.
- Click on your device.
- Select Sync to update the settings.
That's it! You've successfully enabled Platform SSO for your macOS device. From now on, enjoy the magic of automatic sign-ins across your Microsoft apps and services. No more juggling multiple passwords—just pure, unadulterated productivity.
Why You'll Love Platform SSO
- Convenience: One sign-in to rule them all. Once you're logged into your device, you're automatically signed into all your Microsoft apps and services.
- Enhanced Security: Fewer passwords mean fewer opportunities for breaches. Platform SSO leverages your macOS device's secure authentication mechanisms to keep your data safe.
- Boosted Productivity: Spend less time logging in and more time getting things done. With Platform SSO, you can jump straight into your work without missing a beat.
Platform SSO for macOS is a game-changer for anyone who uses Microsoft services on their Apple devices. It's simple to set up, boosts your productivity, and keeps your data secure. So, why wait? Give it a try and experience the magic for yourself. Happy signing in, folks!
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