iPad Support for Securly Products

Overview

This article provides information on Securly products that are compatible with iPads, detailing each product’s capabilities and setup requirements. For schools using iPads in the classroom or for remote learning, it is essential to know which Securly solutions are supported on this device and how they enhance student safety and management.

Securly Products that Support iPads

1. Securly Filter

   • Overview: Securly Filter provides robust web filtering capabilities to ensure safe online experiences for students, preventing access to inappropriate or distracting content.
   • Compatibility with iPad: Fully supported.
   • Key Features on iPad:
     • Web filtering across all browsers.
     • Activity reporting and real-time alerts for inappropriate content.
     • Customizable filtering policies to support different grade levels or classes.
   • Setup Requirements: The Securly Filter app can be deployed to iPads via MDM (Mobile Device Management) solutions, allowing schools to configure settings and apply policies remotely.

2. Securly Home

   • Overview: Securly Home allows parents to manage and monitor their child’s internet activity on school-issued devices outside of school hours.
   • Compatibility with iPad: Fully supported.
   • Key Features on iPad:
     • View internet activity and filtering logs.
     • Customize filtering policies and pause internet access on-demand.
   • Setup Requirements: Parents can access Securly Home through the iOS app, available on the App Store, providing visibility into their child's online activity on school-issued iPads.

3. Securly Aware

   • Overview: Securly Aware uses AI to monitor students' online communications for signs of cyberbullying, self-harm, and other concerning behaviors.
   • Compatibility with iPad: Supported for applications that Aware monitors, such as school-managed Gmail or other email clients accessible via the iPad.
   • Key Features on iPad:
     • Monitors email and G Suite activity to detect concerning keywords or phrases.
     • Sends alerts to designated school staff for quick intervention.
   • Setup Requirements: No specific app is required on the iPad for Aware; however, monitoring capabilities depend on integration with school accounts.

4. Securly On-Call

   • Overview: Securly On-Call provides round-the-clock monitoring by trained specialists who review flagged content and alert school staff in case of safety concerns.
   • Compatibility with iPad: Supports iPad as a monitored device through integrations with Securly Filter and Securly Aware.
   • Key Features on iPad:
     • Alerts generated by Securly Filter and Aware on iPad devices are monitored 24/7 by Securly's specialist team.
   • Setup Requirements: Enabled through integration with Securly Filter or Aware. No additional setup is required on the iPad itself.

5. Securly MDM

   • Overview: Securly MDM is a comprehensive mobile device management solution designed to give schools control over their fleet of iPads. It allows administrators to manage device settings, enforce policies, and deploy applications remotely to ensure devices are secure and meet school requirements.
   • Compatibility with iPad: Fully supported.
   • Key Features on iPad:
     • Centralized management of app installations and configurations.
     • Ability to enforce policies such as restricted mode, app restrictions, and Wi-Fi configurations.
     • Remote wipe, lock, and device reset capabilities for lost or compromised devices.
   • Setup Requirements: Securly MDM can be set up by enrolling iPads through Apple's Device Enrollment Program (DEP) or manually via configuration profiles. Integration with Securly Filter and Classroom enhances centralized control and seamless policy enforcement across devices.

Important Notes

• MDM Requirement: Some Securly products, including Securly MDM, Securly Filter, and Securly Classroom, require an MDM solution for deployment and configuration on iPads, especially in school-managed environments.
• Feature Variations: Some features may vary slightly between iPads and other devices (such as Chromebooks or desktops), especially for Securly Classroom.
• Network Configuration: Ensure that network settings and firewall rules allow communication between iPads and Securly’s servers for seamless operation.