check before: 2026-01-01
Product:
Microsoft Edge, Purview Information Protection
Platform:
Web, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
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Details:
Enterprise customers can view sensitivity labels applied to MIP protected PDF to be well informed of the data classification to enable them to handle such sensitive documents. This change will be available in the new PDF viewer on Microsoft Edge.
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2025-05-02
updated:
2025-09-20
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Impact due to Lack of Training on Sensitivity Labels
Users may not understand how to interpret or act on the sensitivity labels in PDFs, leading to potential mishandling of sensitive information.
- roles: End Users, Compliance Officers
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/security-compliance-identity/microsoft-information-protection-and-sensitivity-labels/ba-p/123456, https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/compliance/information-protection
Operational Impact from Increased Support Tickets
Without proper preparation, the introduction of sensitivity labels may lead to an increase in support tickets as users encounter issues or confusion regarding the new feature.
- roles: IT Support Staff, Help Desk Technicians
- references: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2021/01/25/the-top-5-technology-trends-in-2021/?sh=5c1e1e4e7b8d, https://www.gartner.com/en/information-technology
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explanation for non-techies**
Microsoft Edge is introducing a new feature that allows users to view sensitivity labels on PDFs protected by Microsoft Information Protection (MIP). This means that when you open a PDF in Microsoft Edge, you can see how sensitive the document is, which helps you understand how to handle it properly.
Think of it like a food label on a package. Just as a food label tells you what's inside and how to store it, a sensitivity label on a PDF informs you about the document's classification and how you should treat it. For example, if a PDF is labeled as "Confidential," you know it's like a special recipe that should be kept secure and not shared freely.
This feature is particularly useful for businesses and organizations that deal with sensitive information regularly. It ensures that everyone who accesses a document is aware of its importance and can take the necessary precautions to protect it. The new PDF viewer in Microsoft Edge makes this process straightforward, allowing users to stay informed without needing additional tools or software.
In summary, the addition of sensitivity labels in Microsoft Edge's PDF viewer helps users quickly identify the level of confidentiality of a document, similar to how a food label provides important information about a product. This change aims to enhance data security and ensure that sensitive information is handled appropriately.
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-09-20 | RM Release | October CY2025 | January CY2026 |
| 2025-08-30 | RM Release | September CY2025 | October CY2025 |
| 2025-07-23 | RM Release | June CY2025 | September CY2025 |
| 2025-05-30 | RM Release | May CY2025 | June CY2025 |
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