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How to delete multiple devices at once on Intune

In Microsoft Intune, you can delete multiple devices by creating and applying a device cleanup policy or by removing devices manually using the Intune admin console. Here are two methods to delete multiple devices in Intune: Method 1: Using Device Cleanup Policy (Recommended) Create a Device Cleanup Policy : Sign in to the Microsoft 365 Device Management portal ( https://devicemanagement.microsoft.com/ ). Go to "Devices" > "Device cleanup policies." Click on "Create policy." Configure the policy settings, such as the number of days a device should be inactive before deletion and whether to notify users before deletion. You can also choose to exclude specific device groups. Save the policy. Assign the Policy : After creating the policy, assign it to the desired group of devices or users. This will determine which devices will be subject to the cleanup policy. Monitor and Verify : Over time, Intune will automatically evaluate the devices based on the poli...

Understanding Device Admin Deprecation in Intune

With the evolution of mobile device management (MDM) and the increasing focus on security and management capabilities, Microsoft Intune has been at the forefront of providing robust solutions for enterprises. However, as technology progresses, older methods become outdated, and it becomes necessary to deprecate certain features to ensure that users are utilizing the most secure and efficient options available. One such transition is the deprecation of Device Administrator (Device Admin) management in Microsoft Intune. What’s the Scoop with Device Admin? Think of Device Admin like the veteran manager of Android devices. It’s been around for a while, but it started to show its age some years ago. Sure, it did its job back in the day, but it's got some security holes and lacks the fancy features we need now. Reasons for Deprecation: Security Concerns: Device Admin relies on extensive device permissions, often requiring administrator-level access. This broad access poses significant s...