How Does Sign in Click to Action Dialog Protect Organization’s Data?

Why Should Negative Security Gaps Worry Your IT Team?

Managing your company’s Microsoft Edge browser settings can feel overwhelming. But one smart policy can make everything simpler and safer for your team. The Sign in Click to Action Dialog policy helps you control when users need to sign in to access important features.

This feature acts like a helpful reminder for your users. Instead of getting confused when nothing happens after clicking sync buttons, they see a clear message asking them to sign in.

What Makes This Policy So Powerful?

The Sign in Click to Action Dialog policy works as a security helper in Microsoft Edge. When users try to do things that need their login – like syncing bookmarks or accessing company files – the browser shows them a friendly sign-in box.

Here are the main things this policy protects:

• Browser data syncing (favorites, passwords, history)
• Company resources and files
• Personal browser settings
• Extension and add-on features

Without this policy, users might click buttons and wonder why nothing works. They might even give up or try unsafe workarounds. But with the policy turned on, they get clear guidance about what to do next.

How Does This Help Different Work Situations?

This policy works great in several work settings:

• Shared Computer Areas: When multiple people use the same computers, this policy makes sure each person signs in properly before accessing their personal browser data.
• New Employee Setup: During Autopilot device setup, new workers get prompted to sign in right when they need to. This prevents confusion and helps them get started faster.
• BYOD Programs: When employees use their own devices for work, this policy helps separate personal and work browsing while keeping things secure.

The policy acts as a protection layer that stops unauthorized people from accessing company data on shared or unmanaged devices.

Step-by-Step Setup Guide

Setting up this policy through Microsoft Intune is straightforward. Here’s how to do it:

Step 1: Getting Started

1. Sign in to your Microsoft Intune Admin Center
2. Go to Devices > Windows > Configuration
3. Click Create > New Policy

Step 2: Profile Setup

Choose these settings for your new policy:

• Platform: Windows 10 and later
• Profile Type: Settings catalog
• Click the Create button

Step 3: Basic Information

Add a clear name and description for your policy. The name is required, but the description is optional. Pick something that helps you remember what this policy does later.

Step 4: Finding the Right Setting

1. Click the +Add settings link
2. In the Settings Picker, browse by category
3. Select Microsoft Edge – Default settings (Users can override)
4. Choose Identity and sign-in settings
5. Pick Configure Enable sign in click to action dialog settings

Step 5: Making Your Choice

You have two options here:

• Turn It Off (Default): The sign-in dialog won’t appear on new tabs. Users might get confused when sync features don’t work.
• Turn It On (Recommended): The sign-in dialog appears on new tabs. This helps users understand what they need to do and keeps your organization more secure.

Step 6: Assigning to Groups

1. Click +Add groups under Included groups
2. Select which user groups should get this policy
3. Click Select to continue

Step 7: Final Review

Check all your policy details on the Review + create tab. This step helps you catch any mistakes before the policy goes live. When everything looks good, click Create.

Monitoring and Troubleshooting

After creating your policy, you can track how well it’s working:

Checking Policy Status

1. Open the Intune Portal
2. Go to Devices > Configuration
3. Search for your policy name
4. Look for “succeeded” status

Using Event Viewer for Details

For deeper troubleshooting on client devices:

1. Open Event Viewer from the Start menu
2. Navigate to Application and Services Logs > Microsoft > Windows > DeviceManagement-Enterprise-Diagnostics-Provider > Admin
3. Filter for Event ID 814
4. Look for policy details like “SignInCtaOnNtpEnabled_recommended“

Making Changes Later

You might need to adjust this policy after setting it up:

Removing Groups: Edit the policy in Intune Portal, go to the Assignments tab, and remove specific groups as needed.

Deleting the Policy: From the Configuration section, find your policy and delete it completely. This removes it from all client devices.

Real-World Example

Picture this scenario: You manage an IT company that uses Microsoft Edge. Before adding this policy, when workers opened Edge and clicked “Turn on sync,” nothing happened if they weren’t signed in. This caused confusion and lost time.

After implementing the policy, a clear dialog box appears asking users to sign in. The process becomes smooth and easy to understand. Workers can quickly access their personalized browser features without getting frustrated.

Security Benefits That Matter

This policy provides several important security advantages:

• Prevents unauthorized access to company browser data
• Reduces data leakage by ensuring proper authentication
• Improves identity verification in managed environments
• Creates a protection layer for shared devices
• Helps with troubleshooting sign-in issues

When users see the sign-in prompt, they understand exactly what action they need to take. This clarity reduces security risks and improves the overall user experience.

Important Note: Microsoft has marked this policy as obsolete starting with Edge version 130. While it still works for earlier versions, you should plan for alternative authentication methods in newer Edge deployments.

The Sign in Click to Action Dialog policy offers a simple way to improve both security and user experience in your organization. By prompting users to sign in when they need authentication, it prevents confusion while protecting your company’s valuable data.