check before: 2025-08-01
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft Edge
Platform:
Web, World tenant
Status:
Launched
Change type:
Links:
Details:
M365 Commercial customers can use Edge polices (WebContentFilteringBlockedCategories) to block non-secure LLMs in Edge and block other browsers to redirect users to a more secure alternative like Copilot Chat.
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2025-05-23
updated:
2025-07-22
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
Blocking Non-Secure LLMs
Implementing policies to block non-secure LLMs may disrupt user access to legitimate tools and resources, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
- roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-edge-blog/microsoft-edge-v-138-policies-to-manage-shadow-it/ba-p/3901230
Redirecting Users to Copilot Chat
Redirecting users from other browsers to Copilot Chat without preparation may cause confusion and hinder workflow, as users may not be familiar with the new tool.
- roles: End Users, Training Coordinators
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-edge-blog/microsoft-edge-v-138-policies-to-manage-shadow-it/ba-p/3901230
Increased IT Support Requests
Changes in browser policies may lead to an increase in IT support requests as users encounter issues or have questions about the new configurations.
- roles: IT Support Staff, Help Desk Agents
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-edge-blog/microsoft-edge-v-138-policies-to-manage-shadow-it/ba-p/3901230
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IT Security**
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explanation for non-techies**
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-07-22 | RM Release | August CY2025 | July CY2025 |
| 2025-07-22 | RM Title | Microsoft Edge: Policies to manage Shadow IT | Microsoft Edge: v.138 - Policies to manage Shadow IT |
| 2025-07-22 | RM Status | In development | Launched |
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