Hexnode Access for Windows: Here’s what you need to know
Hexnode Access for Windows simplifies device security with seamless cloud IdP logins. Learn key setup tips and IT benefits.
We’re halfway through 2025 already—but here at Hexnode the newest updates are just the beginning of what’s next. From smarter workflows to fresh ways of keeping your devices secure, this quarter’s updates set the tone for a packed second half of the year.
On July 16th, 2025, at 10:00 AM CDT, we hosted our latest session, sharing feature highlights, live demos, and even a sneak peek at what’s next.
Missed the session? Here’s a quick roundup of everything you need to know.
Table of Contents
- 1. Android SCEP support – smarter certificate delivery
- 2. Graphical representation in reports – data made digestible
- 3. Web Content Filtering for Windows– safer browsing, simplified
- 4. Enrollment restrictions – smarter control at the entry point
- 5. Compliance policy – define, enforce, and track compliance
- 6. Hexnode Access phase 2- secure access starts at login
- 7. ChromeOS managed guest sessions – secure shared device access
- What’s Next
- It’s a wrap!
1. Android SCEP support – smarter certificate delivery
Certificate-based authentication just got a whole lot easier for Android. With SCEP (Simple Certificate Enrollment Protocol) support now live, IT teams can issue and manage certificates at scale, enabling secure access to enterprise Wi-Fi, VPNs, and other protected services—no more user-managed passwords or manual installs.
This update makes certificate management fully automated. Through Hexnode’s policy-based deployment, devices can now request, renew, and even revoke certificates without admin intervention. It’s a zero-touch process designed to save time and reduce errors.
For organizations with strict compliance needs, SCEP also helps enforce certificate-based authentication in line with regulatory standards like HIPAA, GDPR, and ISO.
Where it helps:
- Automating certificate distribution for Android devices at scale.
- Enabling secure, password less access to corporate networks and resources
- Reducing manual workload for IT admins
2. Graphical representation in reports – data made digestible
Hexnode’s Built-in reports just got a visual upgrade. You can now switch between traditional tables and sleek bar graphs or pie charts, making it easier than ever to spot trends, catch anomalies, and understand key metrics at a glance.
Whether you’re tracking device distribution, monitoring user activity, or keeping an eye on compliance, these new visualizations turn rows of data into actionable insights. You can even add up to four graphs per report, customizing views based on the attributes that matter most to you.
Where it helps:
- Compare device types, OS versions, or ownership models across teams.
- Monitor user behavior and app usage without digging through spreadsheets.
- Quickly spot outliers or unusual patterns with clear visual cues.
3. Web Content Filtering for Windows– safer browsing, simplified
Hexnode now extends web content filtering to Windows devices, giving IT admins more control over what users can access online. With this feature, organizations can block access to non-work-related or unsafe websites and enforce acceptable use policies across their device fleet.
Admins can set up filters by blocklisting unwanted URLs or allowlisting trusted ones. Whether it’s restricting social media during work hours, protecting against phishing and malware sites, or tailoring access rules for different roles and departments, policies can be customized to fit every use case.
The filtering works seamlessly across major browsers, like Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, ensuring consistent enforcement regardless of how users browse. Once applied, attempts to visit restricted sites will trigger a warning that the organization has blocked access.
Where it helps:
- Restrict access to non-work-related or inappropriate sites.
- Protect against phishing and malicious websites.
- Apply role-based filtering rules to support different user groups and job functions.
4. Enrollment restrictions – smarter control at the entry point
Managing Android Enterprise enrollments just got more secure and flexible. Hexnode’s new enrollment restrictions give IT admins granular control over which devices can join the corporate ecosystem.
With these controls, admins can allow only approved device manufacturers like Samsung, Zebra, or Honeywell, enforce minimum Android OS versions, and even restrict enrollments to pre-approved devices. For added security, IP whitelisting ensures devices can only be enrolled from trusted networks, and admins can cap how many devices each user is allowed to register—perfect for keeping license usage in check.
Where it helps:
- Block outdated or unauthorized devices by enforcing manufacturer and OS version restrictions.
- Prevent over-enrollment with user-based device limits.
- Restrict enrollments to secure corporate networks using IP whitelisting.
5. Compliance policy – define, enforce, and track compliance
Hexnode’s Compliance Policies let you define what a “secure device” looks like and enforce those standards across your fleet. With two levels of rules, you get the flexibility to keep things simple or go deep:
- Basic compliance offers a quick setup with predefined checks like OS version, passcode, and encryption.
- Advanced compliance lets you build custom rules using a wide range of device attributes for granular control.
If a device fails to meet these standards at any point in its lifecycle, it’s automatically marked non-compliant. From there, IT can view details, trigger alerts, or even restrict access to protect corporate data.
Where it helps:
- Prevent outdated or insecure OS versions from connecting to your network.
- Block unencrypted devices or those without passcodes from accessing corporate data.
- Apply stricter rules for high-risk teams like finance or R&D while keeping lighter controls for guest devices.
6. Hexnode Access phase 2- secure access starts at login
Logging in to Windows devices just became a whole lot easier. Hexnode Access now supports Okta as an identity provider, letting users sign in with their existing Okta credentials alongside Microsoft Entra ID and Google Workspace.
This update doesn’t stop there. Password synchronization ensures local Windows passwords stay in sync with cloud accounts, cutting down forgotten passwords and IT support requests. And to keep compliance simple, admins can now distribute End User License Agreements (EULAs) during device setup—making sure users accept critical policies from the very first login.
Where it helps:
- Onboard employees faster by letting them use their existing Okta credentials.
- Reduce support calls with automatic password sync between local and cloud accounts.
- Enforce EULA acceptance during onboarding for immediate compliance.
Hexnode now brings support for managed guest sessions on ChromeOS, making it easy for organizations to securely share Chromebooks without requiring users to sign in with personal Google accounts.
Perfect for kiosks, libraries, retail floors, and other shared-use environments, this update lets IT teams configure everything from the user interface and accessibility options to printing, power management, and remote access. Admins can fine-tune session behavior—like showing or hiding the bookmarks bar, setting the shelf position, restricting developer tools, or enabling Google Translate—ensuring a consistent, secure, and user-friendly experience for every guest session.
Where it helps:
- Enable secure, account-free access while retaining full control over session behavior.
- Pre-configure accessibility features to support diverse user needs.
- Enforce policy-driven restrictions on browsing, apps, and session duration.
What’s Next
And that brings us to the end of this quarter’s updates. Before we wrap up, here’s a quick look at what’s lined up for the next WNWH session:
- Kiosk policies for Windows devices – Lock down Windows machines for focused, task-specific use.
- Self-Service Portal – Give users an easier way to access apps and tools, without always leaning on IT.
- Android Management API enhancements – Manage Android devices more effectively with Google’s newest API improvements.
- Push Registry Configurations for Windows – Deploy registry settings changes at scale, straight from your Hexnode console.
Stay tuned—there’s plenty more in store to make managing devices even simpler.
It’s a wrap!
That’s all from this quarter’s WNWH session. With new updates and enhancements across the board, there’s plenty to check out in your Hexnode console.
Missed the live session? No worries—the full webinar recording is ready for you to check out anytime.
We’ll be back with another round of updates next quarter. See you then!
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