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Microsoft Store

Manage and deploy applications from the Microsoft Store through Intune. Store apps are deployed silently to devices without requiring user interaction or Store sign-in.

Store App Types

Online Licensed Apps

Require Microsoft Store connectivity and user sign-in. Apps licensed per-user through the Store.

Offline Licensed Apps

Deploy without Store sign-in or connectivity. Packages cached and distributed through Intune.

Adding a Store App

  1. Navigate to Applications and select Add New App
  2. Choose Microsoft Store App as the app type
  3. Search the Store catalog by name
  4. Select the app from search results
  5. Configure app information
  6. Set assignments (Required, Available, or Uninstall)

App Information

FieldDescription
NameDisplay name in Company Portal
DescriptionApp description shown to users
PublisherApp publisher from the Store
CategoryOrganizational grouping
LogoApp icon (auto-populated)

New Microsoft Store Integration

  • Search and add apps directly from the Store catalog
  • Automatic updates managed by the Store
  • No need for Microsoft Store for Business
  • UWP and Win32 Store apps supported

Update Management

Store apps update automatically by default:

  • Allow automatic updates (recommended)
  • Pause updates during critical business periods
  • Version pinning not supported for Store apps

Troubleshooting

App Not Installing

  • Verify device has internet connectivity
  • Check that Microsoft Store service is not blocked
  • Confirm app available in device region
  • Review device sync status

App Not Appearing in Company Portal

  • Verify assignment targets correct group
  • Allow time for policy sync (up to 8 hours)

API Reference

  • GET /api/devices/apps/store — List Store apps
  • GET /api/devices/apps/store/search — Search catalog
  • POST /api/devices/apps/store — Add Store app
  • GET /api/devices/apps/store/:id/status — Get status
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