How to Deploy Helperbird Using Microsoft Intune

Deploy Helperbird using Microsoft Intune Automate accessibility tool rollout across your Windows devices and organization

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Microsoft Intune allows you to deploy and manage browser extensions across your organization. Here's how to deploy Helperbird to your users.


Deploy to Microsoft Edge

Step 1: Access Intune Admin Center

Log into the Microsoft Intune admin center with your administrator account.


Step 2: Navigate to Configuration Profiles

Go to Devices > Configuration profiles and click Create profile.

Select:

  • Platform: Windows 10 and later
  • Profile type: Templates
  • Template name: Administrative Templates

Step 3: Configure Edge Extensions

In the profile settings, navigate to: Computer Configuration > Microsoft Edge > Extensions

Enable Control which extensions are installed silently and add Helperbird's Edge extension ID:

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Set the installation mode to Force install.


Step 4: Assign the Profile

Assign the configuration profile to your target groups (users or devices) and save.


Deploy to Google Chrome

Step 1: Create a New Profile

In the Intune admin center, go to Devices > Configuration profiles and create a new profile for Chrome.


Step 2: Configure Chrome Extensions

Navigate to the Chrome extension settings and enable Configure the list of force-installed apps and extensions.

Add Helperbird's Chrome extension ID:

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Step 3: Add Update URL

For Chrome extensions, you'll also need the update URL:

https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx

The full entry should be:

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Step 4: Assign and Deploy

Assign the profile to your target groups and save. The extension will be installed on devices during the next sync.


Verify Deployment

Step 1: Check Device Sync

Ensure target devices have synced with Intune. This can take up to 8 hours for new policies.


Step 2: Verify in Browser

On a target device, open Edge or Chrome and check that Helperbird appears in the extensions list. It should be installed and marked as "Installed by your organization."


Step 3: Test Functionality

Click the Helperbird icon to ensure it opens correctly and features are accessible.

Tip: If the extension doesn't appear immediately, try restarting the browser or forcing a device sync in Intune.


Adding License Key via Intune

To activate Pro features, you can also deploy the license key through Intune using managed preferences or registry settings. Contact our support team for specific guidance on your configuration.


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Need Additional Help?

Having trouble with Intune deployment? Reach out to our Helperbird support team and we'll help you get set up!

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This tool helps so many of our students at school - not only those students who have dyslexia, but students and adults who have other learning differences (and those who don't!). It helps ensure that all students have the opportunity to succeed in their learning!

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Kim Norris

Helperbird user

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Entertainment Studio

Helperbird user

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bookmouse

bookmouse

Helperbird user

This is my first google review ever! I have to share that the accessibility and support for independent access for students that Helperbird provides, is a game changer. It is constantly being updated with new features based on feedback and it is extremely user friendly. The ability to customize the settings allows students to have control over their own learning, aligning with Universal Design for Learning. Looking forward to sharing with students and fellow educators on a daily basis. Thanks, Helperbird team!

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Kelli Suding

Assistive technology specialist

I have been a user of Helperbird for the past year or so and a huge fan of the work Robert has done. I have switched from Chrome to Firefox and glad this here too. 5/5. Can't wait for Voice Typing support

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Damon Robin

Firefox user

love it! I want it on Word and on all my applications now...

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Helperbird user

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