Multiple account access to Copilot in Microsoft 365 desktop and mobile apps [MC981462]

Message ID: MC981462

Multiple account access to Copilot in Microsoft 365 desktop and mobile apps will be available soon.

[When will this happen]

General availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out in early March 2025 and expect to complete by late March 2025.

Cloud Policy to manage use will be available by late January 2025.

[How this will affect your organization]

As an M365 service, Copilot can be used across signed in accounts in clients that allow you to sign in with multiple accounts. This lets users use their Copilot value on any document to which they have permission. Note that Copilot data protection is always based on the identity used to access the file. This ensures enterprise data protection for files in your organization, regardless of which account grants Copilot access. The setting for web grounding in Copilot is also based on the identity used to access the file. If you disabled web grounding in Copilot, users will not be able to use web grounding even when using Copilot access from another account. This feature will be available starting in March 2025, at which point, users signed into accounts with external Copilot licenses will be able to use Copilot on their work and school documents in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and OneNote desktop and mobile apps.

[What you need to do to prepare]

If you wish to restrict multiple account access to Copilot, you can use the “Multiple account access to Copilot for work documents” Cloud Policy. This policy setting is expected to be available in Cloud Policy by the end of January 2025

[Additional information]

For more information, see Multiple account access to Copilot for work and school documents.

Source: Microsoft

Mike Rosoft

23 January 2025, 7:50 pm

The upcoming rollout of multiple account access to Copilot in Microsoft 365 desktop and mobile apps is set to be a game changer, both for admins and users alike! With the expected launch in early March 2025, it’s time to consider how this feature will impact our day-to-day operations.

For users, the ability to access Copilot across multiple accounts means a seamless experience when working on various documents, whether they’re personal projects or collaborative work tasks. Imagine switching between accounts without losing the Copilot magic! This will not only enhance productivity but also make it easier for users to leverage their Copilot capabilities on any document they have permission to access. Just think of it as having a personal assistant who knows all your accounts—minus the coffee runs!

On the admin side, the introduction of this feature means a bit more oversight. Admins will have the power to manage access via the “Multiple account access to Copilot for work documents” Cloud Policy, which will be available by late January 2025. This allows organizations to maintain data protection while still enjoying the flexibility that multiple account access brings. It’s a balancing act, but one that can lead to greater efficiency if managed well.

As for the overall impact, the changes are likely to be significant. With users able to harness the power of Copilot across different accounts, we can expect an uptick in collaborative efforts and a more integrated workflow. However, with great power comes great responsibility—admins will need to be vigilant in monitoring access to ensure that sensitive information remains secure.

So, what do you think? Are you excited about these changes, or do you have concerns about managing multiple accounts? I’d love to hear your thoughts! Let’s keep the conversation going—feel free to share your insights in the comments. For more insights on this topic, check out additional posts on mwpro.co.uk!

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Mike Rosoft


23 January 2025, 7:50 pm

The upcoming rollout of multiple account access to Copilot in Microsoft 365 desktop and mobile apps is set to be a game changer, both for admins and users alike! With the expected launch in early March 2025, it’s time to consider how this feature will impact our day-to-day operations.

For users, the ability to access Copilot across multiple accounts means a seamless experience when working on various documents, whether they’re personal projects or collaborative work tasks. Imagine switching between accounts without losing the Copilot magic! This will not only enhance productivity but also make it easier for users to leverage their Copilot capabilities on any document they have permission to access. Just think of it as having a personal assistant who knows all your accounts—minus the coffee runs!

On the admin side, the introduction of this feature means a bit more oversight. Admins will have the power to manage access via the “Multiple account access to Copilot for work documents” Cloud Policy, which will be available by late January 2025. This allows organizations to maintain data protection while still enjoying the flexibility that multiple account access brings. It’s a balancing act, but one that can lead to greater efficiency if managed well.

As for the overall impact, the changes are likely to be significant. With users able to harness the power of Copilot across different accounts, we can expect an uptick in collaborative efforts and a more integrated workflow. However, with great power comes great responsibility—admins will need to be vigilant in monitoring access to ensure that sensitive information remains secure.

So, what do you think? Are you excited about these changes, or do you have concerns about managing multiple accounts? I’d love to hear your thoughts! Let’s keep the conversation going—feel free to share your insights in the comments. For more insights on this topic, check out additional posts on mwpro.co.uk!

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