How do I check a device’s Join Type in Entra ID?

Staff or IT technicians need to verify a device’s join state to assist with troubleshooting sign‑in, Intune enrollment, policy application, or identity‑related issues.

  • Windows 11 devices
  • Microsoft Entra Admin Center
  • Devices synced or managed through Entra ID / Intune

1. Sign in to the Entra Admin Center

  1. Navigate to https://entra.microsoft.com
  2. Sign in with your super user admin account.

2. Open the Devices List

  1. In the left‑hand navigation panel, select Devices.
  2. Click All devices.
  3. Search for the device using:
    • Device name
    • User (via filters)

3. Check the Join Type

  1. Click the device name to open its details.
  2. Locate the Join type field.
    • Entra joined — Cloud‑joined; typically managed by Intune.
    • Microsoft Entra hybrid joined — Joined to on‑premises AD and synced to Entra.
    • Entra registered — User‑based registration (BYOD/workplace join).
  3. (Optional) Review:
    • MDM enrollment: denotes what Endpoint management tool manages the device (typically Intune).
    • Compliance status
    • Activity: Denotes last check in time.
    • Owner: denotes the Primary user
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