485775 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Admin control to disable file upload in Copilot Chat

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check before: 2025-06-01

Product:

Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot

Platform:

US Instances, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

In development

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Details:

Admins will now have more control to disable File upload for Microsoft 365 Copilot and Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat.

Change Category:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-05-02

updated:
2025-05-02

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summary for non-techies**

Microsoft is introducing a feature that allows administrators to disable file uploads in Microsoft 365 Copilot and Copilot Chat, enhancing control over data security and compliance within organizations.

Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Degradation
Disabling file upload in Copilot Chat may hinder users' ability to share documents and collaborate effectively, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
   - roles: End Users, Team Leaders
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot/, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-copilot-blog/what-s-new-in-microsoft-365-copilot/ba-p/123456

Increased Support Requests
Changes to file upload capabilities may lead to an increase in support requests from users who are confused about the new limitations, impacting IT support resources.
   - roles: IT Support Staff, Help Desk Agents
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot/, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-copilot-blog/what-s-new-in-microsoft-365-copilot/ba-p/123456

Configutation Options**

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IT Security**

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explanation for non-techies**

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