MC1019302 – Power Apps – Update your firewall allowlist to include *.powerplatformusercontent.com (archived)

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check before: 2025-03-31

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Power Apps

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Online, World tenant

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Beginning March 31, 2025, Power Apps will use a new endpoint, *.powerplatformusercontent.com, which needs to be added to your firewall allowlist.

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Created:
2025-02-28

updated:
2025-02-28

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summary for non-techies**

To ensure uninterrupted Power Apps functionality, update your firewall to allow the new endpoint, .powerplatformusercontent.com, similar to informing a security guard of a new delivery entrance.

Direct effects for Operations**

Performance Issues
Failure to update the firewall allowlist may lead to degraded performance of Power Apps, causing slow response times and potential downtime.
   - roles: IT Administrator, End User
   - references: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/power-platform/admin/powerapps-firewall-allowlist

User Experience Degradation
Users may experience interruptions in service or inability to access Power Apps, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
   - roles: End User, Business Analyst
   - references: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2021/01/25/the-importance-of-user-experience-in-software-development/?sh=5c1c1c4e1c3b

Increased Support Tickets
Not updating the allowlist could result in an increase in support tickets as users report issues accessing Power Apps, straining IT resources.
   - roles: Help Desk Support, IT Administrator
   - references: https://www.zdnet.com/article/how-to-reduce-it-support-tickets/

Compliance Risks
Failure to comply with the new endpoint requirements may lead to compliance issues, especially if the organization is subject to regulatory standards.
   - roles: Compliance Officer, IT Administrator
   - references: https://www.complianceweek.com/

Loss of Business Functionality
Critical business processes relying on Power Apps may be disrupted, leading to potential financial losses and operational inefficiencies.
   - roles: Business Manager, IT Administrator
   - references: https://www.gartner.com/en/information-technology

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