mobile device management for education made simple

about Impero EdLink

Mobile devices are reshaping education. They offer better mobility, instant access to research, and the ability for students to engage with learning resources away from the traditional teaching space. As schools continue to adopt numerous electronic devices to enhance digital learning, they are also faced with the challenging task of managing them.

Here at Impero, we’re proud to offer Impero EdLink as the answer to schools’ mobile device management (MDM) needs. Designed specifically for the education sector, Impero EdLink supports BYOD and 1:1 initiatives while simplifying the centralised configuration and management of mobile devices.

a cross-platform solution

Impero EdLink is a cross-platform solution, compatible with iOS, ChromeOS and Android, so schools can manage an assortment of school-owned and student-owned mobile devices effectively.

why choose Impero EdLink?

support BYOD and 1:1 initiatives

Enable monitoring and management of both schoolowned and home-owned devices used in school, with the access and configuration allowed by the school network. Off-site filtering ensures that schools employing 1:1 schemes keep their students protected both inside and outside the school grounds.

simplify MDM

Centralise the configuration and management of mobile devices, and enable zero-touch deployment, making them simpler to set up, control and update, even across platforms.

safeguard students

Protect students from the risks of mobile learning by controlling access to applications and online content via comprehensive privacy controls.

track device location

As well as tracking the physical location of a device, location-aware profiles can be applied to a device as it enters or leaves the school site, a building on that site, or even a class within that building.

enhance mobile learning

Monitor and manage mobile devices across the school site, with access to real-time updates on the status of devices, to facilitate an efficient mobile learning environment.

meet education requirements

Designed specifically for the sector, Impero EdLink’s features and special pricing have been developed with education in mind.

bulk control device settings

Easily make changes to the configuration of devices such as enabling/disabling the camera, enforcing safe search, hiding the user’s location or forcing devices to run in single application mode, keeping you in control.

geolocation-based management

Intelligent SSID, GPS and Beacon technologies allow schools to control device applications and settings, based on location, applying different rules based on whether a device is inside or outside of the school’s geofence. Geolocation functionality also helps to quickly locate and recover lost or stolen devices or, in certain cases, remotely wipe settings.

app blocking and provisioning

Install or update applications on all devices in bulk, saving valuable time. Centrally control which applications can be used on the device when in or out of school thanks to geolocation technology.

associate devices with users

Simplify reporting by associating devices with user accounts (making it easier to identify who’s who) and viewing data in a real-time dashboard. See other useful information including the location history of devices and non-syncing devices and enable device notifications.

comprehensive provisioning and controls

Manage access to applications and content as per the school’s acceptable use policies (AUPs). Set up controls based on times of day and across year groups, ensuring age-appropriate content can only be accessed by the relevant pupil group when allowed.

granular reporting and analytics

Deliver granular reports on online activity and device usage, and view data (such as device history or non-syncing devices) via a real-time dashboard. A customisable notification function alerts staff when a device enters or leaves a location.

We know that school IT teams are often tasked with finding better ways to monitor and manage devices in the digital learning environment. That’s why we’ve developed Impero EdLink, a flexible and cloud-based solution designed to help technical teams manage and track students and their mobile devices. This centralised approach to MDM simplifies the configuration and management of devices to

save time and enhance student learning. With zero-touch deployment, IT teams can save a significant amount of time getting devices into the hands of their teachers and learners, ensuring they have the relevant configuration and safeguarding elements in place.

simplifying mobile device management for IT teams

the features

deploying iOS updates

Access a comprehensive view of all iOS devices requiring an iOS update within the console and enforce mass installation.

create application catalogues

Create a catalogue of applications, books and media, which students can download to their device when required. Provide a broad range of resources for students without enforcing the installation, and while minimising the impact on device storage space.

online safety

Online safety features include basic keyword detection and internet filtering. For advanced in-school online safety functionality, Impero EdLink should be used in conjunction with Impero Education Pro.

It’s inevitable that young people will want to use the devices they are familiar with at home as a platform for learning. That’s why it’s no surprise that schools are increasingly turning to Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and 1:1 schemes. Now commonplace in education, these programmes are celebrated across the UK education space for enabling deeper learner engagement and a personalised approach to modern education.

supporting BYOD and 1:1 initiatives

Impero EdLink provides an array of tools to control both student-owned and school-owned mobile devices. This means that schools can confidently manage access to applications and content, report on activity and usage, and enable or disable settings – all in line with the school’s acceptable use policies.

using Impero EdLink at home

Parents of students who attend a school using Impero EdLink have the option to monitor and control their child’s mobile device activity at home. Whether their child is using a school device or a personal device at home, Impero EdLink can enable parents to track and monitor online activity while providing a safe and secure browsing environment.

provide secure online learning

Manage access and set boundaries to create a safe and secure online learning environment at home.

track and monitor devices

Track a child’s device location and view browsing history, plus any content accessed, for complete transparency of activity.

benefits for parents

limit screen time

Apply screen-time limits to encourage the responsible and healthy use of mobile devices at home.

restrict access

Block and control access to applications and online content to protect a child from inappropriate content.

Impero has been supplying the global education sector with remote monitoring and management software since 2002. Born inside the classroom, we are 100% focused on EdTech space. That’s why we develop our solutions in direct response to the changing demands of the digital world. Our flagship product, Impero

Education Pro, is continually informed by schools and specialist organisations, to help schools and education institutions make the most of digital learning.

the perfect companion to Impero Education Pro

about Impero

Impero Education Pro is our flagship network management, classroom management and online safety software solution, designed to support networks, empower teachers, and keep students safe.

Using Impero EdLink alongside Impero Education Pro ensures that IT teams have access to a complete suite of network admin tools. What’s more, it provides teachers and Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) with comprehensive classroom control and internet safety features to keep students focused and protected when using mobile devices to support learning.

Impero EdLink can be accessed via the Impero Education Pro console for a seamless, intuitive user experience between the two complementary products.

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