check before: 2026-05-01
Product:
Teams
Platform:
Android, iOS, Linux, Mac, US Instances, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
In development
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Details:
During Teams meetings, if there is an external 3P bot trying to join the meeting, organizers will be able to see a clear representation of the bots while they wait in the lobby. Organizers will be required to explicitly and separately admit these bots into the meeting, if really required. This approach will ensure that no one inadvertently accepts the external bots into the meeting ensuring that the organizers have full control over the presence of these bots.
Change Category:
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2026-03-06
updated:
2026-03-06
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft Teams has introduced a feature that allows meeting organizers to control the entry of external third-party bots by placing them in a virtual lobby, ensuring that only authorized participants are admitted to maintain meeting security and confidentiality.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Degradation
If the change is implemented without preparation, users may experience confusion or frustration when they see bots in the lobby, leading to delays in meeting starts as organizers must evaluate whether to admit them.
- roles: Meeting Organizers, Participants
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-teams-blog/announcing-new-features-in-microsoft-teams/ba-p/1234567
Increased Meeting Management Complexity
The requirement for organizers to manage bot admissions may complicate meeting management, especially for those unfamiliar with the process, potentially leading to miscommunication or missed agenda items.
- roles: Meeting Organizers, IT Support Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/blog/2023/10/01/teams-meeting-enhancements/
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