Download Microsoft Store App Without Store: A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking to update the Company Portal app on your users' devices without going through the store? This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to do so, taking into account the upcoming changes in Intune support.

As of October , Microsoft Intune will no longer support Windows 8.1 sideloading. If your users are still running this operating system, it's essential to update their devices as soon as possible. In this guide, we'll show you how to download and manage the Company Portal app without relying on the store.

Step 1: Download Required Framework Packages

To begin, navigate to the Microsoft Intune portal and select 'App' from the menu. Click on 'Line-of-business app' as the App type, then upload the Company Portal app as a new app. You'll be prompted to download the required framework packages for your chosen minimum OS version.

For this example, we'll assume you've selected 1507 as the minimum OS Version. In this case, you'll need to download 9 Required Framework Packages. If you choose 1511 or 1607 instead, the number of packages will increase to 12 and 15, respectively.

Step 2: Download Company Portal App Package File

Once you've downloaded all the required framework packages, select 'Download' to save the file to your local machine. You can then proceed to upload the Company Portal app package file (with an extension) to Intune.

Step 3: Add Company Portal App to Inventory

To add the offline Company Portal app to your inventory, follow these steps:

1. Go to the Microsoft Intune portal and sign in with your admin account.

2. Search for and select the Company Portal app.

3. Under 'Shopping experience,' set 'Show offline apps' to 'On.'

4. Click on the 'Manage' tab near the top of the window, then select 'Get the app' to acquire and add the offline Company Portal app to your inventory.

Why Use Offline Apps?

Offline apps are managed by Intune, whereas online apps are managed by the store. This means that you have more control over the app installation process and can ensure that users receive a specific version of the app.

Associating Your Microsoft Store for Business Account with Intune

Before proceeding, ensure that your Microsoft Store for Business account is associated with Intune. To do this:

1. Sign in to the Microsoft Store for Business using your admin account.

2. Ensure that you sign into the same tenant account used to sign into Intune.

In conclusion, downloading and managing the Company Portal app without relying on the store is a straightforward process that requires careful planning. By following these steps, you'll be able to update your users' devices and ensure a seamless user experience.

For more information on how to use offline apps with Intune, see . If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our support team for assistance.

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