Stop factor data reset after deleting device from android managment device delete api

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I have enrolled a fully managed device using the Android Management API. However, when I delete the device from my enterprise using the enterprise.device.delete API, it factory resets the data. I want to preserve the user's data instead of performing a factory reset. I also tried creating a personal use device, but then it didn't allow me to launch an app in KIOSK mode. I want both features: running an app in KIOSK mode and preserving the data when I delete the device. I'm not sure how to achieve this.

jasonbayton

Level: 4.1: Jelly bean

Hey,

You can't. Severing the tie to an enterprise instructs the device to wipe. There's really no scenario where putting the device in a locked down state and then disowning it makes sense long-term.

If you're just trying to set up a device in a certain way, try app pinning on an unmanaged device, or build DPC functionality into the kiosk itself, and have it set itself to DO.