How To Distribute Shield Network Profiles to Your Devices via Keytos Connect

Devices require a network profile so they know how to connect to and authenticate with your network. This guide explains how to distribute these profiles to your devices using Keytos Connect.

Overview - Set Up Keytos Connect for Your Workplace or School BYOD Wi-Fi

Keytos Connect supports all desktop and mobile operating systems

Keytos Connect is a mobile and desktop application that allows users to easily connect to their workplace or school Wi-Fi network on their personal devices. If your workplace or school allows personal and bring-your-own-devices (BYOD) to connect to their Wi-Fi network, Keytos Connect simplifies the process and makes it as easy as just a few clicks to get connected, without the need for IT to manually configure each device via MDM or other device management solution.

Learn more about Keytos Connect in our Keytos Connect User Guide.

Learn About Keytos Connect

How to Enable Keytos Connect for Your Wi-Fi Network

Refer to the Wi-Fi networks page for instructions on how to enable Keytos Connect for your Wi-Fi network.

How to Distribute Network Profiles to Unmanaged BYOD and Personal Devices with Keytos Connect - Step-By-Step Guide

Follow these steps to distribute network profiles to your unmanaged BYOD and personal devices using Keytos Connect:

Step 1 - How to Get Your Keytos Connect Distribution URL

While your users can just visit their OS’ app store to download Keytos Connect, it is often more convenient to provide them with a direct distribution URL. This URL allows users to quickly access the appropriate version of Keytos Connect for their device. To get your distribution URL, follow these steps:

  1. Log in to your Keytos Shield portal
  2. Navigate to the Wi-Fi networks page
  3. Under Keytos Connect > Share a self-service link, copy the distribution URL provided.
  4. Share the copied distribution URL with your users so they can quickly download and install Keytos Connect on their devices.

Step 2 - How to Install Keytos Connect on Your Device

Now that you have the distribution URL, you can proceed to install Keytos Connect on your device. Follow these steps:

  1. Open the distribution URL on your device. It will automatically select the appropriate version of Keytos Connect for your operating system.

    Keytos Connect distribution page

  2. Click Download Keytos Connect or click the app store link for your OS, depending on your device.

  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation of Keytos Connect on your device.

  4. Once installed, launch the application and connect your device to your network.

For OS-specific guides and additional information, visit the Keytos Connect documentation.