Step by Step Guide to Deploy Google Chrome and Extensions Using Intune

Step-by-Step Deployment Guide

1. Download Chrome Enterprise MSI

• Go to Chrome Enterprise download page.

• Download the MSI installer (Enterprise version recommended for policy management).

  
  

2. Add Chrome to Intune

• Sign in to Microsoft Endpoint Manager Admin Center.

• Navigate to Apps > Windows > Add > Line-of-business app.

• Upload the Chrome MSI package.

• Provide app details (name, description, publisher).

  
  

3. Configure Deployment Settings

• Choose Install behavior (System/User).

• Define requirements (OS version, architecture).

• Set detection rules (MSI product code ensures Intune knows if Chrome is installed).

  
  

4. Assign to Groups

• Assign Chrome to user/device groups.

• Choose Required (auto-install) or Available (users install via Company Portal).

  
  

5. Deploy Extensions

• Use Intune Settings Catalog or Custom OMA-URI policies:

  • Add Chrome ADMX templates or JSON configuration.

  • Specify Extension IDs and Update URLs.

  • Configure policies like forced installation, blocked sites, or permissions.

    
    

6. Monitor Deployment

• Go to Intune > Apps > Monitor.

• Track installation status, success/failure reports.

• Validate extension deployment via Chrome browser on endpoints.