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Update: The retired, out-of-support Internet Explorer 11 desktop application has been permanently disabled through a Microsoft Edge update on certain versions of Windows 10. For more information, see Internet Explorer 11 desktop app retirement FAQ.
Get answers to commonly asked questions about the Internet Explorer Administration Kit 11 (IEAK 11), and find links to additional material you might find helpful.
What is IEAK 11?
IEAK 11 enables you to customize, brand, and distribute customized Internet Explorer 11 browser packages across an organization. Download the kit from the Internet Explorer Administration Kit (IEAK) information and downloads.
What are the supported operating systems?
You can customize and install IEAK 11 on the following supported operating systems:
Windows 8
Windows Server 2012
Windows 7 Service Pack 1 (SP1)
Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 (SP1)
Note
IEAK 11 does not support building custom packages for Windows RT.
What can I customize with IEAK 11?
The IEAK 11 enables you to customize branding and settings for Internet Explorer 11. For PCs running Windows 7, the custom package also includes the Internet Explorer executable.
Note
Internet Explorer 11 is preinstalled on PCs running Windows 8. Therefore, the executable is not included in the customized package.
Can IEAK 11 build custom Internet Explorer 11 packages in languages other than the language of the in-use IEAK 11 version?
Yes. You can use IEAK 11 to build custom Internet Explorer 11 packages in any of the supported 24 languages. You'll select the language for the custom package on the Language Selection page of the customization wizard.
Note
IEAK 11 is available in 24 languages but can build customized Internet Explorer 11 packages in all languages of the supported operating systems. To download IEAK 11, see Internet Explorer Administration Kit (IEAK) information and downloads.
Is there a version of the Internet Explorer Administration Kit (IEAK) supporting IE11?
Yes. The Internet Explorer Administration Kit 11 (IEAK 11) is available for download. IEAK 11 lets you create custom versions of IE11 for use in your organization. For more information, see the following resources:
Internet Explorer Administration Kit Information and Downloads on the Internet Explorer TechCenter.
Internet Explorer Administration Kit 11 (IEAK 11) - Administrator's Guide
What are the different modes available for the Internet Explorer Customization Wizard?
The IEAK Customization Wizard displays pages based on your licensing mode selection, either Internal or External. For more information on IEAK Customization Wizard modes, see What IEAK can do for you.
The following table displays which pages are available in IEAK 11, based on the licensing mode:
| Wizard Pages | External | Internal |
|---|---|---|
| Welcome to the IEAK | Yes | Yes |
| File Locations | Yes | Yes |
| Platform Selection | Yes | Yes |
| Language Selection | Yes | Yes |
| Package Type Selection | Yes | Yes |
| Feature Selection | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Version Synchronization | Yes | Yes |
| Custom Components | Yes | Yes |
| Corporate Install | No | Yes |
| User Experience | No | Yes |
| Browser User Interface | Yes | Yes |
| Search Providers | Yes | Yes |
| Important URLs - Home page and Support | Yes | Yes |
| Accelerators | Yes | Yes |
| Favorites, Favorites Bar, and Feeds | Yes | Yes |
| Browsing Options | No | Yes |
| First Run Wizard and Welcome Page Options | Yes | Yes |
| Compatibility View | Yes | Yes |
| Connection Manager | Yes | Yes |
| Connection Settings | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Configuration | No | Yes |
| Proxy Settings | Yes | Yes |
| Security and Privacy Settings | No | Yes |
| Add a Root Certificate | Yes | No |
| Programs | Yes | Yes |
| Additional Settings | No | Yes |
| Wizard Complete | Yes | Yes |
Can IEAK 11 build custom Internet Explorer 11 packages in languages other than the language of the in-use IEAK 11 version?
Yes. You can use IEAK 11 to build custom Internet Explorer 11 packages in any of the supported 24 languages. You'll select the language for the custom package on the Language Selection page of the customization wizard.
IEAK 11 is available in 24 languages but can build customized Internet Explorer 11 packages in all languages of the supported operating systems. Select a language below and download IEAK 11 from the download center:
Additional resources
-Download IEAK 11 -IEAK 11 overview -IEAK 11 product documentation -IEAK 11 licensing guidelines