489224 – Microsoft Teams: New audit logs for Give control, Take control, and Screensharing

Product:

Microsoft 365 Apps, Teams

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

Links:

MC1090698

Details:

IT administrators will now have the ability to access detailed logs for both the "Give and Take Control" and "Screenshare" features. These logs will provide comprehensive information, including the names and timestamps of the individuals involved in each action. Specifically, the logs will indicate who initiated or received control, as well as who started the screenshare session, along with the corresponding timestamps and names. This enhancement ensures greater transparency and accountability for all control and screenshare activities. Accessible in Teams Admin Centre.

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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-05-02

updated:
2025-09-05

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summary for non-techies**

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you're organizing a big meeting in a conference room. You have a list of who enters and exits, who takes the floor to speak, and who controls the projector to show their presentation. This list helps you keep track of everything that happens during the meeting, ensuring everyone is accountable and any issues can be easily resolved.

Similarly, Microsoft Teams is introducing new audit logs for its "Give and Take Control" and "Screenshare" features. These logs act like that list, recording detailed information about who is involved in each action. They note who gives or takes control of a shared screen and who starts a screenshare session, along with the time these actions occur. This means that if there's ever a question about what happened during a virtual meeting, IT administrators can refer to these logs for clarity.

This change is like having a digital record of the meeting's activities, providing transparency and accountability. It ensures that everyone knows who did what and when, much like keeping a detailed agenda and minutes for a physical meeting. This can be particularly useful for resolving any disputes or misunderstandings that might arise. The logs are accessible in the Teams Admin Centre, making it easy for administrators to review and manage these records.