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Message ID: MC1047244
Before this rollout, Microsoft Teams has one admin policy to control event access for webinars and town halls. After this rollout, admins can control who can attend town halls in their organization with the new policy setting TownhallEventAccessType.
This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop, Teams for Mac desktop, Teams for the web, and Teams for iOS/Android.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 483250.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC): We will begin rolling out mid-May 2025 and expect to complete by late May 2025.
[How this will affect your organization:]
After this rollout, admins can control the event access for town hall created by their users with the new policy setting TownhallEventAccessType in the Teams admin center and Microsoft PowerShell. The policy has two new attributes: Everyone and Everyone in Organization including Guests:
- If
Everyoneis selected, town halls will not be restricted to a certain identity type; however, your organizers can still choose to restrict their town hall as they wish. This is the default setting. - If
Everyone in Organization including Guestsis selected, town halls in your organization will only allow users in your organization and guest users to your tenant to attend. Town hall organizers may choose to further restrict their town halls but cannot invite users who are not part of their organization or who are not guests to attend.
If you have feedback on these attributes or have suggestions for new attributes, please send an email to [email protected]
[What you need to do to prepare:]
This rollout will happen automatically by the specified dates with no admin action required before the rollout. Review your current configuration to assess the impact on your organization. You may want to notify your users about this change and update any relevant documentation.
By default, TownhallEventAccessType will be set to Everyone. If you would like to change the default setting before the rollout begins, you can use this Microsoft PowerShell code:
Set-CsTeamsEventsPolicy -Identity Global -TownhallEventAccessType EveryoneInOrganizationAndGuests
Learn more: Manage who can schedule and attend town halls in Microsoft Teams – Microsoft Teams | Microsoft Learn (will be updated before rollout)
Source: Microsoft
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The recent update to Microsoft Teams regarding the new town hall event access policy is set to bring about some significant changes for both admins and users. With the introduction of the TownhallEventAccessType setting, admins will have greater control over who can attend these important events. This means they can choose to keep things open to everyone or restrict access to those within the organization and their guests.
For admins, this update simplifies the management process, allowing for tailored event access that can enhance security and streamline participation. Imagine being able to selectively invite attendees without the hassle of managing lists manually! Plus, the default setting is “Everyone,” which means less immediate action is required unless they want to tighten the reins.
Users, on the other hand, will benefit from a more organized event experience. With clearer access rules, they’ll know exactly who can join the town halls, making it easier to engage in meaningful discussions without the distraction of uninvited guests. It’s a win-win scenario that promotes a more focused and inclusive atmosphere.
Now, how impactful will these changes be? Well, while it may seem like a small tweak, the ability to control attendance can lead to more productive meetings and a stronger sense of community within organizations. It’s like hosting a party where you can choose your guest list—no awkward encounters with that one colleague who always talks too much!
As we look forward to the rollout starting in mid-May 2025, it’s a great time for everyone to consider how these changes might affect their own Teams experience. I encourage everyone to share their thoughts and experiences in the comments below! Have you encountered challenges with event management in the past? What do you think about these new options? Let’s get the conversation going!
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