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Message ID: MC918575
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: Anonymous unauthenticated users will be able to join watermarked meetings and have access to all meeting content, including video. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Teams on the web, Teams for Android/iOS, and Teams Rooms.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early November 2024 and expect to complete by mid-November 2024.
[How this will affect your organization:]
Before this rollout: Unauthenticated users who join a watermarked meeting can hear the meeting audio only.
After this rollout:
- Admins: The watermark policy in the Teams admin center will remain the same as it is now, because anonymous guest support will not be tied to a policy.
- Users: Anonymous users can join as before the rollout. They will see a watermark of their guest name they entered on the pre-join screen and will be able to access all meeting content.
An anonymous user will be asked to enter their name on the pre-join screen:
After the anonymous user joins the meeting, they see the name they entered on the pre-join screen as the watermark:
[What you need to do to prepare:]
This feature will be on by default. If you do not want guest name as the watermark for anonymous users, you can run a Microsoft PowerShell script for these guests to have access to audio only in meetings.
Learn more: Require a watermark for sensitive Teams meetings – Microsoft Teams | Microsoft Learn (will be updated before rollout)
Source: Microsoft
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The upcoming update in Microsoft Teams is sure to make a splash for both admins and users! With the introduction of watermarks for anonymous meeting joiners, the experience is set to become even more secure and engaging.
For admins, the impact is quite straightforward. The watermark policy in the Teams admin center will remain unchanged, as anonymous guest support will not be linked to a specific policy. This means admins can continue managing their Teams environment with the same level of control and security they’re used to.
As for users, the change is more exciting! Anonymous users joining meetings will now see a watermark of the name they entered on the pre-join screen, adding a personal touch to their participation. Plus, they’ll have full access to meeting content, including video, making collaboration smoother and more inclusive.
So, how impactful are these changes, you ask? Well, they strike the perfect balance between security and user experience, ensuring that meetings remain safe while offering a seamless and engaging environment for all participants.
What are your thoughts on this update? Feel free to share your views in the comments below! Let’s start a conversation and exchange ideas on how this change could impact your organization or enhance your meeting experiences. Let the discussions begin!