Summary
Unit administrators must submit complete requests with the app file and deployment details. Once submitted, IT will configure, publish, assign, and validate the app in Intune. Timely updates and accurate targeting ensure smooth deployment.
Body
Overview
This article explains how departments can request the addition and deployment of an Android private application through Microsoft Intune. Department administrators should use this process for internally developed apps or vendor-provided APK/AAB files that are not publicly available in the Google Play Store.
Who Should Use This Article
Department IT staff and administrators who need:
- An Android app deployed to users or managed devices
- A private app not available in Google Play
- Controlled internal distribution through Intune
When to Request an Android Private App
Submit a request if:
- The app is internal or developed in-house
- The app is provided by a vendor as an APK/AAB file
- The app should not be publicly published
- The app is required for daily operations or instruction
- You want centralized deployment and updates
How to Submit a Request
Submit a request using the Intune Endpoint Management Form:
- Under Endpoint Request Type, select Support
- In the ticket description, state that you are requesting an Android Private App deployment
- Attach the APK or AAB file to the ticket
- Include App name and version number