Device allocation

Manage allocation on BrowserStack’s Private Devices

BrowserStack’s Private Devices simplifies the process of managing device access across multiple teams by allowing admins to create teams and assign private devices to teams, ensuring efficient resource utilization and access control. Devices that are not assigned to any team are present in the shared pool, which can be accessed by everyone in the organization, irrespective of their role. For information on user roles and access permissions, refer to the section on the device management page.

Assign a single device to a team

To assign a single device to a team, follow these steps:

1. On the Device Management Dashboard, locate the device you want to assign.

2. In the Allocated to Team section, click the edit icon or the three-dot menu. A pop-up appears with the list of available teams.

3. Select the desired team from the list.

4. Click Save to confirm your changes.

Assign multiple devices to a team

To assign multiple devices to a team, follow these steps:

1. Select the devices you want to assign by checking the boxes next to them.
2. Click the Action dropdown button in the header and select Assign Team. A pop-up appears with a list of available teams.
3. Choose the desired team and click Save.

Example: Device allocation to teams

Here’s an example to help you understand how device allocation works:

Organization: BrowserStack (Org)

Teams: Team 1 (Android App testing), Team 2 (iOS App testing)

Shared pool: Devices not assigned to any team (e.g., iPhone 15). These devices belong to the organization (BrowserStack (Org)).

Device allocation:

• Samsung Galaxy S22 → Assigned to Team 1.

• iPhone 14 Pro → Assigned to Team 2.

• iPhone 15 → In the shared pool (accessible to all teams).

Access permissions:

• Team 1 users / admins → Can access Samsung Galaxy S22 and shared pool devices (iPhone 15).

• Team 2 users / admins → Can access iPhone 14 Pro and shared pool devices (iPhone 15).

• Group admins / owners → Can access all devices and manage allocations.