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description: Describes how to install and use Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Android
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# Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Android
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> Want to experience Microsoft Defender for Endpoint? [Sign up for a free trial.](https://signup.microsoft.com/create-account/signup?products=7f379fee-c4f9-4278-b0a1-e4c8c2fcdf7e&ru=https://aka.ms/MDEp2OpenTrial?ocid=docs-wdatp-exposedapis-abovefoldlink)
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This topic describes how to install, configure, update, and use Defender for Endpoint on Android.
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This article describes how to install, configure, update, and use Defender for Endpoint on Android.
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> [!CAUTION]
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> Running other third-party endpoint protection products alongside Defender for Endpoint on Android is likely to cause performance problems and unpredictable system errors.
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- The end user must be assigned a Microsoft Intune license. For more information on how to assign licenses, see [Assign licenses to users](/azure/active-directory/users-groups-roles/licensing-groups-assign).
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- The users of the app must be assigned a Microsoft Defender for Endpoint license. For more information on how to assign licenses, see [Microsoft Defender for Endpoint licensing requirements](minimum-requirements.md#licensing-requirements).
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- Intune Company Portal app can be downloaded from [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.microsoft.windowsintune.companyportal) and is available on the Android device.
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- Additionally, device(s) can be [enrolled](/mem/intune/user-help/enroll-device-android-company-portal) via the Intune Company Portal app to enforce Intune device compliance policies.
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- Additionally, devices can be [enrolled](/mem/intune/user-help/enroll-device-android-company-portal) via the Intune Company Portal app to enforce Intune device compliance policies.
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- **For Administrators**:
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- Access to the Microsoft Defender portal.
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> [!NOTE]
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> - Microsoft Defender for Endpoint now extends protection to an organization's data within a managed application (MAM) for devices that are not enrolled using mobile device management (MDM), but are using Intune to manage mobile applications. It also extends this support to customers who use other enterprise mobility management solutions, while still using Intune for [mobile application management (MAM)](/mem/intune/apps/mam-faq).
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> - Microsoft Defender for Endpoint now extends protection to an organization's data within a managed application (MAM) for devices that aren't enrolled using mobile device management (MDM), but are using Intune to manage mobile applications. It also extends this support to customers who use other enterprise mobility management solutions, while still using Intune for [mobile application management (MAM)](/mem/intune/apps/mam-faq).
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> - In addition, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint already supports devices that are enrolled using Intune mobile device management (MDM).
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### Network Requirements
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Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Android supports installation on both modes of enrolled devices - the legacy Device Administrator and Android Enterprise modes. **Currently, Personally-owned devices with work profile, Corporate-owned devices with work profile, and Corporate-owned fully managed user device enrollments are supported in Android Enterprise. Support for other Android Enterprise modes will be announced when ready.**
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- Deployment of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Android is via Microsoft Intune (MDM). For more information, see [Deploy Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Android with Microsoft Intune](android-intune.md).
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- Installation of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on devices that are not enrolled using Intune mobile device management (MDM), see [Configure Microsoft Defender for Endpoint risk signals in app protection policy (MAM)](android-configure-mam.md).
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- Installation of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on devices that aren't enrolled using Intune mobile device management (MDM), see [Configure Microsoft Defender for Endpoint risk signals in app protection policy (MAM)](android-configure-mam.md).
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> **Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Android is available on [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.microsoft.scmx) now.**
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### Required Permissions
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To ensure optimal protection for your device, Microsoft Defender requests access to the following permissions during the device onboarding process: 
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To ensure optimal protection for your device, Microsoft Defender requests access to the following permissions during the device onboarding process:
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**Storage Access**: This permission allows Microsoft Defender to access your device's storage in order to detect and remove any malicious or unwanted apps. 
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**Storage Access**: This permission enables Microsoft Defender to access your device's storage in order to detect and remove any malicious or unwanted apps.
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**VPN Setup**: Microsoft Defender sets up a local VPN to provide web protection. Please note that Microsoft respects your privacy and does not view your browsing content. 
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**VPN Setup**: Microsoft Defender sets up a local VPN to provide web protection. Microsoft respects your privacy and doesn't view your browsing content.
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**Display Over Other Apps**: This permission enables Microsoft Defender to alert you when malicious network activity is blocked. 
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**Display Over Other Apps**: This permission enables Microsoft Defender to alert you when malicious network activity is blocked.
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**Accessibility**: This helps to provide a safer browsing experience
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**Accessibility**: This feature enhances your browsing experience by providing added security.
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**Permanent Protection**: To ensure continuous protection, Microsoft Defender recommends remaining active when running in the background. This helps prevent Android from stopping the app to improve battery life, thereby ensuring your device stays better protected. 
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**Permanent Protection**: To ensure continuous protection, Microsoft Defender recommends staying active while running in the background. This helps prevent Android from stopping the app to improve battery life, thereby ensuring your device remains well-protected.
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1. **Location Access**: Microsoft Defender uses your location to help secure your Wi-Fi network and enhance device protection.
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## How to Configure Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Android
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Guidance on how to configure Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Android features is available in [Configure Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Android features](android-configure.md).
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## Related topics
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## Related articles
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- [Deploy Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Android with Microsoft Intune](android-intune.md)
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- [Configure Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Android features](android-configure.md)

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