Microsoft Intune

What is Microsoft Intune?

Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based endpoint management solution from Microsoft that allows organizations to securely manage and control devices (such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops) and apps used by employees. It’s a part of Microsoft’s Enterprise Mobility + Security (EMS) suite and integrates seamlessly with other Microsoft 365 services.

With Intune, IT admins can enforce security policies, remotely wipe corporate data from lost or stolen devices, control app access, and ensure that devices comply with organizational security standards. It supports management for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS devices.

Is Microsoft Intune for Office 365 Free?

No, Microsoft Intune is not included for free with standard Microsoft 365 or Office 365 subscriptions such as Microsoft 365 Business Basic or Office 365 E1.

However, it is included in certain Microsoft 365 plans, such as:

• Microsoft 365 Business Premium
• Microsoft 365 E3
• Microsoft 365 E5
• Enterprise Mobility + Security (EMS) E3/E5

If your organization uses one of these plans, you likely already have access to Intune as part of your subscription. For other plans, Intune can be purchased as an add-on license.

Key Features of Microsoft Intune

Microsoft Intune provides a robust set of tools for endpoint security and management. Some of the key features include:

• Mobile Device Management (MDM) – Manage settings, compliance, and security for mobile devices.
• Mobile Application Management (MAM) – Control and protect company data in apps like Outlook without enrolling devices.
• Conditional Access – Ensure only compliant devices and authenticated users can access corporate resources.
• App Deployment – Deploy Microsoft and third-party apps to managed devices.
• Device Configuration – Configure policies for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS devices.
• Remote Actions – Remotely wipe, lock, or reset a device if it’s lost or stolen.
• Integration with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint – Strengthen security with threat and risk management.

How to Access Microsoft Intune in Office 365?

To access Microsoft Intune as an admin through your Microsoft 365 environment:

1. Sign in to the Microsoft 365 Admin Center:

Go to admin.microsoft.com and log in with your admin credentials.

2. Open the Endpoint Manager Admin Center:

Navigate to Admin centers > Microsoft Intune

Or directly visit https://intune.microsoft.com

3. Explore Intune capabilities:

From the dashboard, you can access all Intune management features including device enrollment, compliance policies, configuration profiles, app management, and more.

Tip: Only users with appropriate administrative roles (like Global Admin or Intune Admin) can access and configure Intune settings.