How to block apps and extensions in Chrome

Problem

How can you block apps and extensions to the whole organization.

Environment

  • Chrome OS
  • Chrome Browser

Solution

Step 1 Block apps and extensions from the Admin console by following these steps:

  1. Log in to the Admin console.
  2. Navigate to Devices > Chrome.
  3. Click Apps and extensions > Users and browsers.
  4. On the right, click Additional settings.
  5. Go to Allow/block mode.
  6. Click Edit.
  7. For Play Store, choose what type of apps and extensions you want to let users install.
  8. For Chrome Web Store, choose what type of apps and extensions you want to let users install.
  9. Click Save.

Step 2 Push the Apps & extension in the Admin Console to deploy it for the user.

  1. Log in to the Admin console.
  2. Navigate to Devices > Chrome.
  3. Click Apps & extensions > Users & browsers or Managed guest sessions.
  4. Go to the app or extension that you want to automatically install.
  5. Under Installation policy, choose Force install or Force install + pin.
  6. Click Save.

Note: If you configured a child organizational unit, you might be able to Inherit or Override a parent organizational unit's settings.