I’m mainly interested in managing virtual devices in the cloud, can you explain how that works?

**How to manage virtual Android devices in the cloud with Genymotion**

1. **Genymotion SaaS (Cloud)**

- Create and run virtual devices entirely in the cloud.

- Devices are provisioned on demand, spin up within seconds, and you pay only for the time they’re running.

- The SaaS console lets you:

* Select device type, Android version, and hardware specs.

* Install custom applications or scripts before the device boots.

* Take snapshots, clone devices, and manage lifecycle (start/stop/delete).

* Connect via ADB, WebRTC, or a remote desktop protocol for debugging and UI testing.

- The SaaS dashboard is accessible from the Genymotion Desktop launcher (CLOUD INSTANCES tab) or directly at https://saaS.genymotion.com.

2. **Genydeploy – MDM‑style management for cloud devices**

- **What it does**: Automates configuration, app distribution, and policy enforcement across many cloud instances.

- **Key features**:

* One‑click deployment of apps, APKs, or scripts to any number of cloud devices.

* Set up device restrictions (Wi‑Fi, VPN, security settings) through a JSON or YAML policy file.

* Real‑time monitoring of device status and deployment logs.

* Integrates with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, Jenkins) via REST API or CLI (`gmsaas`).

- **How it works**:

1. Create a Genydeploy project and define your device pool.

2. Write a deployment script (install APK, set config).

3. Trigger the deployment from the SaaS console or automate it with the Genydeploy API.

4. Devices in the cloud instantly receive the configuration and can be tested or demoed.

3. **Genymotion Desktop + Cloud Sync**

- If you prefer to start a cloud instance from your local machine, launch Genymotion Desktop → CLOUD INSTANCES → CREATE.

- After the instance is running, you can view its screen, connect via ADB, and even share the instance URL with teammates.

- Cloud instances appear in the Desktop “Running Cloud Devices” list, so you can manage them alongside local virtual devices.

4. **Security & Access**

- All cloud devices are isolated and run in a sandboxed environment.

- HTTPS and secure ADB over the internet keep your traffic encrypted.

- You can configure SSO (Single Sign‑On) or use API keys for automated access.

**Bottom line:**

For pure cloud‑based virtual device management, use **Genymotion SaaS** for the devices and **Genydeploy** for MDM‑style configuration and automation. Together they let you provision, configure, test, and tear down Android devices in minutes, without any local installation beyond the launcher.

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**Quick follow‑up:**

Do you already have a Genymotion SaaS account, or would you like a quick walkthrough on setting up a Genydeploy deployment for your first cloud device?