Microsoft’s Latest Update Empowers IT Admins to Remove Stock Apps via Intune and Group Policy
Microsoft’s Latest Update Empowers IT Admins to Remove Stock Apps via Intune and Group Policy Microsoft has finally delivered a long-awaited feature: IT administrators can now remove pre-installed Microsoft Store apps—like Xbox, Solitaire, Paint, and Clipchamp—from Windows 11 Enterprise and Education devices using Intune or Group Policy. This update, available in Windows 11 version 25H2, streamlines device provisioning and eliminates the need for custom scripts or imaging workarounds. --- 🧹 What’s New: Policy-Based Inbox App Removal The new feature is called Policy-Based Inbox App Removal, and it’s designed to give organizations more control over the default app experience on managed devices. Here’s how it works: - Supported Platforms: Windows 11 Enterprise and Education, version 25H2 or newer. - Management Tools: Available via Intune Settings Catalog, Group Policy Object (GPO), and Configuration Service Provider (CSP) profiles. - Behavior: Once removed, apps are blocked from reinstal...
