What is the difference between Intune MDM and MAM (App Protection)?

MDM (mobile device management) enrolls and manages the entire device, which suits company-owned hardware. MAM, delivered through App Protection Policies, secures only the corporate data inside approved apps and requires no enrollment, which makes it the right fit for personal and BYOD devices.

Do users have to enroll their personal device to use App Protection?

No. Intune App Protection Policies work independently of device enrollment. The policy applies to the business apps (like Outlook and Teams) on the device, so the device itself is never enrolled in or managed by Intune.

Can IT see an employee's personal apps or data with App Protection?

No. App Protection only governs corporate data inside managed apps. Personal photos, messages, apps, and accounts stay private and invisible to IT, which is what makes the approach acceptable for BYOD.

What happens to corporate data when a contractor or employee leaves?

IT can perform a selective wipe that removes only the corporate data from the protected apps, leaving all personal content untouched. This lets you offboard cleanly without ever taking control of the person’s device.

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