Enable or Disable Insecure Download Warning Policy for Microsoft Edge using Intune

The blog post explains how to configure the “Insecure Download Warning” policy for Microsoft Edge using Intune. This security feature alerts users when they attempt to download files from unsecured (HTTP) websites, helping prevent malware infections and data breaches.

The policy can be enabled or disabled through the Intune portal by creating a Windows 10 (and later) configuration profile, selecting the appropriate setting from the Settings Catalog, and assigning it to specific device groups. Enabling the policy triggers warning prompts like “Insecure download blocked,” whereas disabling it removes these protections, increasing vulnerability.

The guide walks administrators through each step in detail—from creating the policy and configuring settings, to assigning scope tags and verifying deployment via Intune's monitoring tools and Event Viewer logs (specifically Intune event ID 814).

Optional instructions are included for removing or deleting the policy when no longer needed. This policy enhances an organization’s security posture, simplifies compliance, and supports informed decision-making by users, admins, and IT managers alike.

🎀Insecure Download Warning Policy for Microsoft Edge

🎀Bring a Safer Browsing Practice

🎀Provide Warnings when Potentially Dangerous Content is Downloaded

🎀How this Policy Helps Admin?

🎀Steps to Configure Insecure Download Warning Policy

🎀Monitoring Status

🎀Client Side Verification

Purpose of the Policy

• Warns users when downloading files over unencrypted HTTP connections.
• Aims to block potentially harmful content and improve enterprise security.

💡 Key Benefits

• Organization: Protects sensitive data, boosts security posture.
• Admin: Improves risk management, simplifies compliance.
• User: Provides clear warnings, encourages safer browsing decisions.

🛠️ Configuration Steps in Intune

• Sign in to Intune and go to Devices > Configuration.
• Create a new Windows 10 and later policy with Settings Catalog.
• Select Microsoft Edge – Default Settings, then enable or disable Insecure Download Warning.
• Assign the policy to specific groups and complete setup with Review + Create.

🔍 Verification & Management

• Use Event Viewer (Intune Event 814) to confirm policy deployment on client devices.
• Options to remove or delete the policy if it's no longer needed.

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