421616 – Microsoft 365 app: Microsoft Loop – Multi-geo support for shared Loop workspaces

Product:

Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft Loop

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

Links:

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MC929025

Details:

This ensures data storage for shared Loop workspaces is in the correct geo. M365 group-owned workspaces are created in the group's geo, while non-M365 group-owned workspaces are created in the creator's preferred data location.

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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2024-10-17

updated:
2025-12-24

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summary for non-techies**

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explanation for non-techies**

Microsoft Loop is a tool within Microsoft 365 that helps teams collaborate more effectively by creating shared workspaces. Imagine it as a digital office where team members can work together on projects, regardless of where they are physically located.

The new feature, multi-geo support, ensures that the data for these shared workspaces is stored in the right geographical location. Think of it like ensuring that important documents are kept in the correct office branch, whether it's in New York, London, or Tokyo. This is important for compliance and efficiency, as different regions have different rules about where data can be stored.

For workspaces owned by an M365 group, the data will be stored in the geographical location of that group. It's like having a team based in a specific city, and all their work files are kept in that city's office. On the other hand, if a workspace is not owned by an M365 group, the data will be stored in the location preferred by the person who created it. This is similar to an individual choosing which office branch to store their personal work files.

This feature is in development and will be available worldwide, making it easier for organizations to manage their data according to regional requirements.