New Follow Threads in Microsoft Teams

Message ID: MC1181659

[Introduction]

We’re introducing a new way for users to stay engaged with conversations in Microsoft Teams. The Follow thread feature allows users to follow any post they see in the Discover feed or in Channels. Followed threads will be accessible in a new Followed threads view within the Chat app, making it easier to track important discussions across Teams.

This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop, Teams for Mac desktop, Teams for the web, and Teams for iOS/Android.

[When this will happen:]

Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out mid-November 2025 and expect to complete by late November 2025.
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out late November 2025 and expect to complete by early December 2025.

[How this affects your organization:]

Who is affected: All Microsoft Teams users who access posts via the Discover feed or Channels.
What will happen:
- Users will see a new Follow thread option on posts in the Discover feed and Channels.
- Followed threads will appear in a dedicated Followed threads view in the Chat app.
- There are no changes to tenant-level settings.
- The feature is enabled by default; no admin action is required to turn it on.

[What you can do to prepare:]

No action is required to prepare for this change. However, you may want to:

Notify your users about the new Follow thread feature.
Update internal documentation to reflect the new Followed threads view in the Chat app.
Review Microsoft Teams help documentation for user guidance once available.

[Compliance considerations:]

No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization.

Source: Microsoft