Windows Kiosk Page

Windows Kiosk Mode is a feature built into Windows 10 and Windows 11 (Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions) that allows an administrator to configure a device to run a single app or a limited set of apps in a locked-down, full-screen interface. This article provides a comprehensive overview of what kiosk mode is, how to set it up, the different types available, and best practices for management.

Administrators can use PowerShell scripts to configure Assigned Access quickly without navigating the GUI.

At its core, a Windows kiosk is a device that restricts user access. A standard user logging into a kiosk device will not see the traditional desktop, taskbar, Start menu, or settings app. Instead, they are immediately launched into a predefined application—such as a web browser, a custom line-of-business (LOB) app, or a digital signage player.

This is the strictest form. The device boots up and launches one specific application (UWP app or Microsoft Edge). The user cannot close the app, access the desktop, or open the task manager.

When a device is in Kiosk Mode, it locks down the system to prevent users from accessing the desktop, Start menu, file system, or any other non-essential features. This transforms a standard Windows PC into a dedicated-purpose device.