[Introduction]
Microsoft is expanding availability of the Copilot Notebooks feature to younger users. Previously limited to users aged 18 and older, this update allows 13–17 year-olds with Microsoft 365 Copilot plans and Entra ID accounts to use Copilot Notebooks across supported platforms.This message is associated with Roadmap ID 510105.
[When this will happen:]
Rollout will begin mid-November 2025 and is expected to complete by late November 2025.[How this affects your organization:]
- Who is affected: Organizations with 13–17 year-old users (e.g., students) who have Microsoft 365 Copilot plans and Entra ID accounts.
- What will happen:
- Copilot Notebooks will become available to eligible 13–17 year-old users.
- The feature will be accessible in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app and OneNote app across Web, Windows, Mac, iOS, iPadOS, and Android.
- By default, the feature will be ON for all eligible users.
- Existing admin policies will continue to apply.
- Admins can restrict access using Cloud Policy.
[What you can do to prepare:]
- Review and configure your organization’s Cloud Policy settings to manage access for younger users: Configure Copilot Notebooks access.
- Communicate this change to helpdesk and education support staff.
- Update internal documentation if you include guidance on Copilot Notebooks.
[Compliance considerations:]
No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization.Source: Microsoft
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