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Message ID: MC1066944
The cloud.microsoft domain was provisioned in early 2023 to provide a unified, trusted, and dedicated DNS domain space to host Microsoft’s first-party authenticated SaaS products and experiences. This post is to inform admins that the following Microsoft products and scenarios are now available at the cloud.microsoft domain, in parallel with the previous domains.
Microsoft Forms (https://forms.cloud.microsoft/)
[When this will happen:]
The services above are already available on cloud.microsoft, in parallel to their previous domains. You can expect the previous domains to be redirected to cloud.microsoft in the coming months.
[How this will affect your organization:]
- The cloud.microsoft domain has been a part of standard Microsoft network guidance on domains and service endpoints since April 2023. If you are currently following this guidance, this change should not impact users in your organization using the above applications under the new domain.
- Users will be redirected to applications under cloud.microsoft domains gradually and automatically. No specific user action is required. Links to the previous domains are backwards compatible and continue to be supported. Users may notice that the new application domains are lacking the “.com” extension. This is by design, as “.microsoft” is Microsoft’s own top-level domain – and this exclusivity allows for additional security and protection against spoofing.
[What you need to do to prepare:]
- Educate users to recognize and expect cloud.microsoft as a key domain for Microsoft cloud experiences. You can refer them to What is cloud.microsoft? – Microsoft Support for more information.
- If your organizational websites, tools, or other materials reference the old URL, those links will be automatically redirected. However, it would be good practice to update those assets to avoid user confusion.
- Partner with developers of in-house Teams apps – including those that run on Outlook and Microsoft 365 – to take the actions described in Action required: ensure your Microsoft Teams apps are ready for upcoming domain changes so the apps continue to function on the new domain.
- Admins should ensure that connections to *.cloud.microsoft are not blocked from their clients and enterprise networks. This should require no action if standard Microsoft network guidance on domains and service endpoints is being followed.
Source: Microsoft
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This transition to the cloud.microsoft domain is an exciting step forward for both admins and users, set to take full effect in April 2025. For admins, the most significant impact will be the need to ensure that their networks remain compliant with Microsoft’s guidance. As long as you’re following the standard network protocols, it should be a smooth ride—think of it as changing lanes on the highway without having to stop for gas!
Users, on the other hand, will experience a seamless transition as they’re automatically redirected to the new domain. While they might notice the absence of the familiar “.com” extension, this change is all about enhanced security and trustworthiness. After all, who wouldn’t want to feel a little safer while navigating their online tasks? It’s like switching from a regular umbrella to one that’s reinforced against gusty winds!
In terms of overall impact, these changes are designed to streamline the user experience while bolstering security measures. It’s a win-win scenario! The proactive steps that admins are encouraged to take—like educating users about the new domain and updating any old links—will help mitigate confusion and keep everyone on the same page.
So, let’s keep the conversation going! How do you think this change will affect your organization? Have you started preparing for the transition yet? Share your thoughts and experiences below; we’d love to hear from you! And for more insights, don’t forget to check out other posts on mwpro.co.uk.