How to Find the Acrobat Reader iOS URL Scheme for Intune
Question details
An IT administrator needs the specific iOS URL scheme for Adobe Acrobat Reader to configure URL protocol exceptions in Microsoft Intune App Protection.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat Reader for iOS / Microsoft Intune
- Device & OS
- iOS
- Scenario
- Configuring Microsoft Intune App Protection policies to allow users to securely open PDF documents in a specific managed application.
- Observed behavior
- The administrator is unable to find the correct iOS URL scheme for Acrobat Reader and network monitoring tools do not reveal the required URI.
Ensure you have administrative access to the Microsoft Intune admin center and your organization's App Protection Policies. Note that network monitoring tools like packet sniffers generally cannot detect internal app URL schemes.
Consult Adobe Developer Documentation or Support
Since Adobe develops the Acrobat Reader app, their official resources provide the most accurate and up-to-date iOS URL schemes for enterprise integration.
URL schemes are determined entirely by the app developer. Network tools such as packet sniffers or firewall logs only show network connections, not the internal OS URL scheme used to launch an iOS app.
Navigate to the official Adobe Developer website and search for Acrobat Reader iOS URL schemes or deep linking documentation.
If the documentation is not publicly available, open a support ticket with Adobe Enterprise Support requesting the exact URI scheme for Intune configuration.
Reach out to Microsoft Support to ensure your App Protection Policy is correctly formatted to accept the provided Adobe URL scheme.
Add Acrobat Reader as a Managed App in Intune
Instead of configuring a custom URL protocol exception, you can add Acrobat Reader directly as a managed application to bypass the need for a custom URI.
Manage and View PDFs Securely with WPS Office
If your organization needs a lightweight, secure, and user-friendly solution for managing documents, WPS Office is an excellent free alternative. It seamlessly handles Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PDF files with a familiar interface, making migration effortless and cost-effective.
- 1. Download WPS Office: Visit the App Store on your iOS device, search for WPS Office, and download the application.
- 2. Open Your Documents: Launch WPS Office and navigate to your downloaded PDFs or Microsoft Office files to view them instantly.
- 3. Annotate and Edit: Use the built-in PDF tools to highlight text, add comments, or make light edits directly on your mobile device.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use network monitoring tools to find an iOS app's URL scheme?
No, network tools such as packet sniffers or firewall logs typically only show network connections and traffic. They do not reveal the internal URL scheme used by the iOS operating system to launch a specific application.
Who is responsible for providing the iOS URL scheme for a third-party app?
The application's developer is responsible for assigning and documenting its URL scheme. For Acrobat Reader, you must consult Adobe's official documentation, not Apple's, as Adobe defines how their app handles incoming URL requests.
Does Adobe Acrobat Reader support Microsoft Intune natively?
Yes, Adobe generally certifies its enterprise mobile apps for use within Intune environments. This allows administrators to deploy Acrobat Reader directly as a managed app rather than relying solely on URL protocol exceptions.
