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πŸ–₯️ How to Set Up a Windows Kiosk for MissionaryConnect #

This guide will walk you through setting up a locked-down kiosk user in Windows that automatically launches MissionaryConnect in full screen.

βœ… What This Setup Does #

  • Automatically opens MissionaryConnect on login
  • Locks the computer into full screen mode
  • Prevents users from browsing other websites
  • Creates a clean, distraction-free missions display

πŸ”§ Requirements #

  • Windows 10 or Windows 11 Pro (recommended)
  • Administrator access to the computer
  • Internet connection

πŸš€ Step 1 β€” Create the Kiosk User #

  1. Open Settings
  2. Go to Accounts
  3. Click Other users
  4. Click Add account
  5. Select:
    • I don’t have this person’s sign-in information
  6. Select:
    • Add a user without a Microsoft account
  7. Create a user named:
Β 
MissionaryConnect
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πŸ” Step 2 β€” Set Up Kiosk Mode (Assigned Access) #

  1. While still in Settings β†’ Accounts β†’ Other users
  2. Click:

πŸ‘‰ Set up a kiosk

  1. Click:

πŸ‘‰ Get started

  1. Select the user:
Β 
MissionaryConnect
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🌐 Step 3 β€” Choose Microsoft Edge #

  1. When prompted to choose an app:
    • Select Microsoft Edge
  2. Choose kiosk type:

πŸ‘‰ Public browsing

🌍 Step 4 β€” Set the Start Page #

Enter this URL exactly:

Β 
https://missionaryconnect.app/login
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Click Next to continue.

⏱️ Step 5 β€” Set Idle Behavior (Optional) #

You may choose to reset the session after inactivity (recommended):

  • Example: 5 minutes

This helps keep the display fresh.

βœ… Step 6 β€” Finish Setup #

Click through to complete the kiosk setup.

πŸ”„ Step 7 β€” Test the Kiosk #

  1. Sign out of your admin account
  2. Log into:
Β 
MissionaryConnect
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🎯 Expected Result #

When the kiosk user logs in:

  • Microsoft Edge launches automatically
  • MissionaryConnect opens in full screen
  • No desktop or taskbar is visible
  • Users cannot access other apps
Group Policy Instructions

πŸ”’ (Recommended) Lock Down Allowed Websites #

To ensure the kiosk only loads MissionaryConnect and required media ( PDFs, YouTube, Vimeo ), apply a URL allowlist using Windows Registry. Click the link above to edit Group Policy

Allowed Domains: #

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missionaryconnect.app
*.missionaryconnect.app
*.digitaloceanspaces.com
youtube.com
*.youtube.com
*.googlevideo.com
*.ytimg.com
vimeo.com
*.vimeo.com
*.vimeocdn.com
player.vimeo.com
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This ensures:

  • PDFs load correctly
  • Videos play properly
  • No outside browsing is possible

πŸšͺ How to Exit Kiosk Mode #

Press:

Β 
Ctrl + Alt + Delete
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Then:

  • Sign out
  • Log back into the administrator account

πŸ’‘ Tips for Churches #

  • Use a touchscreen for the best experience
  • Mount the display in a lobby or common area
  • Keep the system always on for visibility
  • Restart the system occasionally for best performance
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πŸ™Œ You’re Ready! #

Your church now has a fully locked-down MissionaryConnect display that keeps missionaries visible and in front of your people every week.

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