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Deploy Anzenna Chrome Extension via Google Admin Console

This guide walks you through deploying the Anzenna Chrome Extension to all users in your organization using the Google Admin Console.

Prerequisites​

  • Google Workspace Super Admin access
  • Anzenna account with integration access
  • Chrome Browser Cloud Management enabled

Overview​

The deployment process involves:

  1. Adding the extension by ID in Google Admin Console

  2. Configuring force installation policies

  3. Applying Anzenna-specific policies from your integration settings

  4. Enabling monitoring features in Anzenna

Step-by-Step Instructions​

Part 1: Configure Extension in Google Admin Console​

  1. Navigate to

    admin.google.com

  2. From the main menu, select Chrome browser

  3. Click on Apps & extensions

  4. Click Add Chrome app or extension by ID

  5. Enter the Anzenna Extension ID:

    dfgkggkanghelhmebphoccfhkbjcgjoh

  6. Select From a custom URL as the installation method

  7. Paste the manifest URL:

    https://img.anzenna.ai/extensions/anzenna/manifest.xml

  8. Click SAVE to apply initial settings

  9. Enable Force install for the extension across your organization

Part 2: Configure Anzenna Policy​

  1. Log into

    Anzenna

  2. Navigate to Settings > Integrations

  3. Find the Google Workspace integration card

  4. Copy the JSON policy value displayed in the integration settings

Token Purpose

The token in the policy is an identifier only – it's not a security credential.

  1. Return to the Google Admin Console Apps & extensions page

  2. Click on the Anzenna extension to edit its settings

  3. Under Policy for Extensions, paste the JSON policy you copied from Anzenna

  4. Set the Installation URL to:

    https://img.anzenna.ai/extensions/anzenna/manifest.xml

  5. Set the Update URL from the extension manifest (if prompted)

  6. Click SAVE to finalize all configurations

Deployment Timeline

The Chrome extension will be installed organization-wide within the next
24 hours as devices sync with Google Admin policies.

Part 3: Enable Monitoring in Anzenna​

  1. In the Anzenna application, go to Settings

  2. Click on Preferences

  3. Enable data exfiltration or shadow IT tracking for the browser extension

Verifying Deployment​

Verify Extension Installation​

  1. On an enrolled Chrome browser, navigate to:

    chrome://extensions

  2. Confirm that Anzenna appears in the installed extensions list

  3. The extension should show as "Installed by enterprise policy"

Verify Policy Application​

  1. Navigate to:

    chrome://policy

  2. Search for ExtensionInstallForcelist

  3. Verify that dfgkggkanghelhmebphoccfhkbjcgjoh appears in the list

  4. Scroll down to find the Anzenna-specific policy configuration

  5. Confirm the JSON configuration displays correctly

Troubleshooting​

Extension Not Installing​

Extension doesn't appear after 24 hours:

  • Verify the extension ID is correct
  • Check that force install is enabled

  • Ensure users are signing into Chrome with their work account

  • Confirm Chrome Browser Cloud Management is active

  • Check organizational unit assignments

Policy Not Applied​

Policy configuration not working:

  • Verify the JSON policy was copied correctly from Anzenna

  • Check for JSON formatting errors
  • Ensure the manifest URL is accessible
  • Review Google Admin Console error logs

Monitoring Not Working​

No data appearing in Anzenna:

  • Confirm monitoring is enabled in Anzenna Preferences

  • Verify the policy token matches your organization

  • Check that the extension has required permissions

  • Wait 30-60 minutes for initial data sync

Configuration Details​

Extension ID​

dfgkggkanghelhmebphoccfhkbjcgjoh

Manifest URL​

https://img.anzenna.ai/extensions/anzenna/manifest.xml

Update Frequency​

  • Chrome checks for extension updates every 5 hours

  • Policy updates sync when users restart Chrome or every 90 minutes

Best Practices​

  1. Test in a pilot group first - Deploy to a small organizational unit before rolling out company-wide

  2. Communicate with users - Inform employees about the new extension and its purpose

  3. Monitor deployment - Use Google Admin Console reports to track installation progress

  4. Keep policies updated - Check Anzenna integration settings quarterly for policy updates

  5. Document your configuration - Save the policy JSON and deployment steps for future reference

User Impact​

What Users Will See​

  • The Anzenna extension icon appears in their Chrome toolbar

  • A notification that an extension was added by their administrator

  • No noticeable performance impact on browsing

User Permissions​

  • Users cannot disable or remove the extension

  • Extension runs silently in the background

  • No user interaction required for normal operation

Security Considerations​

  • The extension only monitors work-related browsing on managed devices

  • Data is encrypted in transit to Anzenna servers

  • Extension complies with Chrome Web Store security policies

  • Policy token is organization-specific and non-transferable

Need help? Contact

Anzenna Support

for assistance.