How to Install the URL Checker Add-in via Microsoft Exchange Admin Center
This guide explains how Microsoft 365 administrators can deploy the URL Checker Add-in organization-wide using the Microsoft Exchange Admin Center. This method allows central management and ensures consistent protection for all users within the organization.
Requirements
- Microsoft 365 Admin Account
- Access to Microsoft Exchange Admin Center (EAC)
- URL Checker manifest file or AppSource listing
Step-by-Step Installation via EAC
- Go to the Microsoft 365 Admin Center and open the Exchange Admin Center (EAC):
https://admin.exchange.microsoft.com - In the EAC, go to Organization > Add-ins.
- Click the “+” (Add) button and choose one of the following options:
- Add from the Office Store: Search for URL Checker and follow the prompts.
- After adding, select whether to make it available to all users or specific groups.
- Save your configuration and verify deployment across user mailboxes.
Post-Installation
Once deployed, the URL Checker Add-in will appear in the message toolbar or “More actions” menu for all targeted users in Outlook (Web, Desktop, and Mobile). Users can launch it to scan links in emails and view real-time threat assessments.
Security & Compliance
The URL Checker Add-in only processes URLs and email metadata for threat detection. It does not read, modify, or store email content. All scans are securely performed using the Email Veritas API.