check before: 2026-01-01
Product:
Exchange, OneDrive, Purview, Purview Communication Compliance, Purview compliance portal, Purview Data Loss Prevention, SharePoint
Platform:
Mac, Web, World tenant
Status:
In development
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Details:
With this release, the file type coverage to scan, classify and protect sensitive content on Mac devices with Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention policies will increase from current ~40 file types to 100+ file types. This release will make the coverage of file types on endpoint consistent with other locations such as Exchange, SharePoint and OneDrive.
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2025-12-30
updated:
2025-12-30
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
Increased File Type Coverage
The increase in file type coverage may lead to unexpected performance issues on Mac devices due to the additional processing required for scanning and classifying more file types, potentially slowing down user workflows.
- roles: IT Support, End Users
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/security-compliance-identity/microsoft-purview-endpoint-dlp-enhanced-content-extraction-and/ba-p/3851230
User Experience Disruption
Without proper preparation, users may experience disruptions in their daily tasks as the new DLP policies are implemented, leading to confusion and potential data access issues.
- roles: End Users, Compliance Officers
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/security-compliance-identity/microsoft-purview-endpoint-dlp-enhanced-content-extraction-and/ba-p/3851230
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explanation for non-techies**
Imagine you're a librarian in charge of a massive library. You have a special system in place to ensure that certain books, like rare first editions or confidential manuscripts, don't leave the library without proper authorization. This system checks the books before they leave and ensures they are protected.
Now, think of Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention (DLP) as that system, but for digital files on computers. Previously, this system could only check and protect around 40 different types of digital files on Mac devices, much like a librarian who could only recognize certain types of books. With the new update, this capability has expanded to over 100 different file types. This means that just like a librarian who can now recognize and manage a wider variety of books, the DLP system can now identify and protect a broader range of digital files on Mac devices.
This update ensures that the protection offered on Mac devices is now consistent with what is available on other platforms like Exchange, SharePoint, and OneDrive. It's similar to ensuring that all branches of a library have the same ability to manage and protect their collections, regardless of location. This consistency helps maintain a uniform level of security and compliance across different platforms and devices, making it easier for organizations to protect sensitive information no matter where it is stored or accessed.
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