1. This option will ensure that the device remains available in ABM for future use.
   
2. The admin can reassign the MDM server to the device later.
   

Release the Device from the Organization

1. This option will remove the device from ABM completely, making it unavailable for future MDM assignments.
   
2. If needed, admins can re-add the device using Apple Configurator or by contacting Apple Support.
   

Steps to Unassign the MDM Server

1. Login to the ABM Portal
   
2. Go to Devices
   
3. Search for the device using the serial number of the device you want to unassign and select it.
   
4. Select Unassign MDM Server. Click OK to confirm.
5. This will unassign the current MDM server from the device.
   

Steps to Release the Device

• Search for the device using the serial number of the device.
  
• Choose Release device from the list of actions
  
• Carefully read the dialogue and check the box. "I understand that this cannot be undone," then select "Release."

Deleting the Device with/without Factory Resetting the device

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• Log in to WeGuard Console
• Go to the Devices section. Search and select the device.

• Click on the three dots under Actions and select Delete.
  

• Click on Delete and select options based on your requirements:
  
• Reset
  
• Remove Only MDM Profile

Reset: This will erase the device, allowing you to re-enroll it or set it up as normal.

Remove Only MDM Profile: This will remove WeGuard and its related data (applications, restrictions) without effecting device data and without resetting the device.

Removing MDM by Resetting the iOS device

• Select Reset, check the checkbox to retain the eSIM information, and then click Delete to initiate the factory reset.

Ensure the end user backs up any important data before proceeding with the reset.

Result: The device will now get Factory reset and will start as a new device.

For Removing MDM Profile without Resetting iOS device

• Click on Remove MDM Profile. Click Delete to remove WeGuard from the device, along with its applications and enforced restrictions.

Result: Now the WeGuard profile will get automatically removed from the device along with it's data, Apps, and Restrictions without effecting the personal data. Now, user can use the device as a normal device.