How to add hidden Managed Google Play private apps

Environment

• Knox Manage
• Managed Google Play apps

Overview

Some users experience an issue where the app is not present on the Application page on the Knox Manage console after trying the following:

• Adding the app as a Managed Google Play private app.
• Checking whether the app is present on the Google Play console, on the My Managed Apps page.

How do I add hidden Managed Google Play private apps?

1. On the Knox Manage console, go to the Application page.
2. Click Add, then for the app type select Android & Wear OS, Public - Managed Google Play. The Google Play console opens in a dialog.
3. Click Search Play Store in the Google Play dialog.
4. Search for the app’s package name using the format pname:application_package_name. The hidden app should be in the results.
5. Select the app to view its details, then click Select. The Add Application page opens.
6. Configure the app details, then Save it or Assign it to the appropriate group or organization in your tenant.