What is Island Secure Browser?
The Island Secure Browser is a secure enterprise browser designed to protect corporate data by isolating work-related browsing activities. It prevents sensitive information from being copied, downloaded, or leaked onto personal devices, ensuring compliance with data protection policies.
Weight Watchers Island Secure Browser Requirement
Operating System: Only Windows 11 or macOS 26.0 or higher.
All operating systems must be kept up-to-date with the manufacturers latest supported version.
Users can
check if their Mac is compatible with macOS 26.
Memory: 16GB RAM.
Please use the Island Secure Browser exclusively for work-related purposes.
Step 1: Download and Install the Island Secure Browser
You must install the Island Secure Browser client on every personal computer you plan to use to access work-related systems (e.g., Bedrock).
To install the Island Secure Browser, visit
ww.okta.com, sign in, and click on the Island tile to download the software. Once downloaded, locate the file on your computer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Please watch this short setup video before you begin:
Watching the video will help you feel more comfortable with the steps outlined below and ensure a smoother setup experience. This video does not show the installation steps for Zoom on your personal computer.
Step 2: Logging into the Island Secure Browser
- Locate and open the Island Browser application on your personal computer.
- Click Start Using Island.
- Enter your email address (First.Last@weekendhealth.com) and click Sign In.
- Enter your Okta username (First.Last) — remove @weekendhealth.com if it appears.
- Enter your Okta password.
- Complete your Okta Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
Please pause here and carefully follow the steps below in order. Skipping any steps may cause issues that will require additional assistance.
Step 3: Google, Grammarly, and Guru Sign-In
After logging in, you will see a total of three tabs open: Homepage, Grammarly, and Guru.
Please keep all tabs open for now—we will return to them shortly to configure each one.
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Click on the Homepage tab, then click the Gmail icon. This will sign you into Gmail within the Island Secure Browser session.
- Click Continue on the lower pop-up.
- Click Allow on the upper pop-up.
- Click Allow again when prompted.
You have successfully signed into Gmail. You can now also access Calendar and Drive directly from the Home tab without any additional setup.
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IMPORTANT: Set up your Gmail Signature (Click to Expand)
Note: You must check your Weekend Health email regularly, as this is where we will communicate with you.
Add a signature to your email:
- In your Weekend Health Gmail account, click Settings near the upper right-hand corner, then click “See all settings”.
- Scroll down to Signature and click “Create new”. Create a signature name and click “Create”.
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In the text box to the right, add the following signature:
RD Name + Credentials
Registered Dietitian - WeightWatchers
Weekend Health E-Mail Address
This email and any attachments contain confidential information intended only for the recipient. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender immediately and delete this email. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure, or distribution is strictly prohibited. If you have any concerns about email security, please contact our office directly at 1-800-651-6000.
- Scroll down under “Signature defaults” and select the name of the signature you created under the dropdowns for “FOR NEW EMAILS USE” and “ON REPLY/FORWARD USE”.
- Scroll to the bottom of the Settings screen and click “Save Changes”.
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Grammarly Writing Assistance with Snippets, a text expander that helps you save time by quickly inserting frequently used phrases.
Click on the Grammarly tab to configure it.
- Select I have an account.
- Choose Sign in with Google.
- Click On Your Name.
- Once signed in, you may close this tab.
You have successfully signed into Grammarly. Do not download the Grammarly desktop app, you should only access Grammarly from your Island Browser Homepage.
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IMPORTANT: Review materials on how to use Grammarly (Click to Expand)
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Guru: Used for our internal web of knowledge.
Click on the Guru tab.
- Click on Sign in with Google.
- Once signed in, you may close this tab.
You have successfully signed into Guru.
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IMPORTANT: Review materials on how to use Guru (Click to Expand)
New employees will receive a separate email with login credentials from Guru. This email will come to your Weekend Health email.
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Please review this
Guru Guide
and watch the tutorial video.
- If you require assistance, please reach out to the #it-support Slack channel.
Step 4: Signing into Slack
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Click the Slack icon on the Homepage tab to open it in your Island Secure Browser.
- This will automatically sign you into your Slack account.
You have successfully signed into Slack.
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IMPORTANT: Review important materials for using Slack (Click to Expand)
IMPORTANT: Check Slack regularly, at minimum each working day, paying close attention to the Announcement channels and the Weekly Recap that is sent out each Monday.
Review
this Guru Card
to understand team expectations and Slack profile setup. This document also includes instructions on how to add Slack to your mobile device.
To receive notifications about same-day appointments, ensure you have Slack notifications enabled on your phone.
Step 5: Accessing Bedrock
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Click the Bedrock icon on the Homepage tab to open it in your Island Secure Browser.
- Click Sign in with Google.
You have successfully signed into Bedrock.
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IMPORTANT: Complete and submit
this form
to set up your Bedrock profile.
Looker is a WW tool used to view a member’s food logging.
Step 6: Accessing Looker
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Click the Looker icon on the Homepage tab to open it in your Island Secure Browser.
- Enter your Okta credentials to sign in.
You have successfully signed into Looker.
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Review and bookmark this
Guru Card
for instructions on how to navigate Looker.
Step 7: Signing into Zoom
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Click the Zoom icon on the Homepage tab to open it in your Island Secure Browser.
- This will automatically sign you into your Zoom account.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
General Usage
- Can I use another browser instead of Island?
No. The Island Secure Browser must be used for all work-related activities to ensure security and compliance.
- Do I need to complete the setup every time I log in?
No. Once the setup is completed, the configuration is retained unless you clear your browser data.
- Who should I contact for support if I encounter issues?
Please contact #it-support on Slack or open a ticket through the IT Helpdesk.
App & Tab Sign-In Issues
- I cannot sign into one of the tabs (Grammarly, or Guru). What should I do?
Ensure you are using your work email address (First.Last@weekendhealth.com). If the issue persists, reach out to #it-support on Slack.
Camera, Microphone, and Speaker Performance
- Will using the Island Secure Browser impact the performance of my camera, microphone, or speakers?
No. Since the Island Secure Browser runs locally on your computer, device performance should not be affected.
- What if I experience performance issues (e.g., lag, audio delay, poor video quality)?
The performance of the Island Browser depends entirely on your computer’s speed, available memory, CPU, and internet connection.
Security & Restrictions
- Can I copy and paste content from the Island Browser to my personal computer?
No. Copying out of the browser is blocked. You can copy and paste only within the Island Browser itself.
- Can I download files from the Island Browser to my personal computer?
No. Downloads and saving files to your personal device are blocked. Files will open securely within the browser.
- Can I print from the Island Browser?
No. Printing is disabled within the Island Secure Browser.
- Why are these restrictions in place?
These measures are in place to protect member data and ensure compliance with data privacy and security regulations.
Do you still require assistance?