Canopy Shield iPhone / iPad Installation

Canopy Shield iPhone / iPad Installation

To install Canopy Shield on an iPhone or iPad, please follow the steps below.




If your device is set not to allow App Store purchases or downloads, you’ll need to temporarily turn off those restrictions. You can turn them back on after Canopy is installed. Click here for instructions from Apple. 

NotesNote: If the protected device has Stolen Device protection turned on,
it is recommended to install Canopy Shield in a trusted place (home, work, etc.),
otherwise you will need to wait until the one hour Security Delay ends.
 
Click here for details


  1. On your device, open Safari and navigate to canopy.us/install.
  2. Use your email address and password to log in to Canopy.
    If you don’t already have a Canopy account, please create one now.
  3. Select the profile of the device you wish to protect. If you don’t see your device’s profile, please press “Add Device” and create a new profile.
  4. Press Start Now to begin the installation process.
  5. Press Next in the top right corner. When Canopy Shield prompts you to download the Canopy MDM Profile, press accept.
  6. Exit Safari and return to your device’s home screen.
  7. Open your device’s Settings app.
  8. Press Profile Downloaded. It will be near the top of the menu.
  9. Press Install in the top right corner. If you have a passcode, you will be required to enter it.
  10. You will receive several prompts asking for various permissions. When prompted, press Trust and Install.
  11. Canopy Shield will now automatically install. To watch it happen, please reopen Safari.
  12. You will receive several prompts asking for various permissions. Please accept them. Canopy will not be able to protect your device without them.
  13. Congratulations! Canopy Shield is set up successfully. Canopy Shield will now appear on the device’s home screen.
  14. When you open Canopy Shield for the first time, press Allow when prompted to let the app send you helpful notifications about your shield’s online activity.

❓ Having Trouble Installing the Profile on iOS?

If you're seeing an error when trying to install the profile (such as a message saying the certificate can’t be imported), here are a few simple things you can try:

✅ Step-by-Step Checklist

  1. Restart your device.
    A quick reboot often solves unexpected issues.

  2. Make sure your iOS is up to date.
    Go to Settings > General > Software Update and install any available updates.

  3. Check your internet connection.
    Ensure the device is connected to Wi-Fi or mobile data during installation.

  4. Make sure there are no restrictions set.
    Go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions and turn off restrictions temporarily if they are enabled.

  5. Try removing any old profiles.
    Go to Settings > General > VPN & Device Management and remove any previously installed profiles that might interfere.

  6. Verify the time and date are correct.
    Go to Settings > General > Date & Time and make sure Set Automatically is enabled.

  7. Free up space if needed.
    Make sure the device has enough free storage to install the profile and certificate.


🛠 Still Not Working?

If you've tried everything above and you're still having issues:

  • Please take a screenshot of the error message.

  • Let us know your iOS version and iPhone or iPad model.

  • If possible, try installing the profile on a different device and see if it works.

This helps us quickly identify whether the issue is with your device, the network, or the profile itself.


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