check before: 2026-01-01
Product:
Copilot, Copilot Chat, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Windows
Platform:
Online, World tenant
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New feature, Updated message, User impact
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Summary:
Starting January 2026, the Microsoft 365 Copilot app for Windows will show a non-blocking "Update" button in the top-right corner when a new version is available. Users can update immediately or later without interrupting app use. No admin action is needed; communicate this change to users.
Details:
Updated December 23, 2025: We have updated the content and timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction]
Starting in January, the Microsoft 365 Copilot app for Windows will introduce a new Update button. This button will not block the app UI; users will be able to continue interacting with the app when the button appears. This update encourages users to use the latest version of the app-ensuring access to new features, performance improvements, and security updates-without disrupting their workflow.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability: Rollout begins in January 2026 (previously early November 2025) and completes by end of January 2026 (previously end of November 2025).
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2025-09-18
updated:
2025-12-24
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summary for non-techies**
Starting in January 2026, Microsoft 365 Copilot app users will have a non-intrusive "Update" button to conveniently update the app without interrupting their work, similar to updating car software at their convenience.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Disruption
Users may be confused by the new Update button and its functionality, potentially leading to interruptions in their workflow if they do not understand how to use it properly.
- roles: End Users, Support Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2025/12/23/introducing-the-new-update-button-for-microsoft-365-copilot-app/
Version Control Issues
If users do not update promptly, they may miss out on critical features and security updates, leading to inconsistencies in user experience and potential security vulnerabilities.
- roles: End Users, IT Security Team
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2025/12/23/introducing-the-new-update-button-for-microsoft-365-copilot-app/
Support Overload
Increased support requests may arise from users encountering issues or confusion regarding the new Update button, leading to a strain on IT support resources.
- roles: Support Staff, IT Operations
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2025/12/23/introducing-the-new-update-button-for-microsoft-365-copilot-app/
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-12-24 | MC Summary | Starting November 2025, the Microsoft 365 Copilot app for Windows will show a non-blocking "Update available" button for users to update the app without interrupting workflow. Users can choose to update immediately or later. No admin action is needed, and no changes to app functionality occur. | Starting January 2026, the Microsoft 365 Copilot app for Windows will show a non-blocking "Update" button in the top-right corner when a new version is available. Users can update immediately or later without interrupting app use. No admin action is needed; communicate this change to users. |
| 2025-12-24 | MC Last Updated | 10/24/2025 19:25:40 | 2025-12-23T18:43:48Z |
| 2025-12-24 | MC Messages | Updated October 24, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction] Starting in early November, the Microsoft 365 Copilot app for Windows will introduce a new Update available button. This button will not block the app UI; users will be able to continue interacting with the app when the button appears. This update encourages users to use the latest version of the app-ensuring access to new features, performance improvements, and security updates-without disrupting their workflow. [When this will happen:] General Availability: Rollout begins in early November 2025 (previously early October) and completes by end of November 2025 (previously end of October). | Updated December 23, 2025: We have updated the content and timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction] Starting in January, the Microsoft 365 Copilot app for Windows will introduce a new Update button. This button will not block the app UI; users will be able to continue interacting with the app when the button appears. This update encourages users to use the latest version of the app-ensuring access to new features, performance improvements, and security updates-without disrupting their workflow. [When this will happen:] General Availability: Rollout begins in January 2026 (previously early November 2025) and completes by end of January 2026 (previously end of November 2025). |
| 2025-12-24 | MC End Time | 11/30/2025 09:00:00 | 2026-03-02T09:00:00Z |
| 2025-12-24 | MC How Affect | Who is affected: All users of the Microsoft 365 Copilot app on Windows.
What will happen: A new Update available button will appear in the bottom-left corner of the app's navigation pane when a newer version is available. The button is non-blocking; users can continue using the app without interruption. Clicking the button opens a prompt with two options: Update now: The app will close, install the update in the background, and relaunch with the latest version. Update later: The app remains open in its current version, and the update button stays visible for future use. Once updated, the button disappears until a new version becomes available. No changes to app functionality or user settings are introduced with this update mechanism. | Who is affected: All users of the Microsoft 365 Copilot app on Windows.
What will happen: A new Update button will appear in the top-right corner in the app when a newer version is available. The button is non-blocking; users can continue using the app without interruption. Clicking the button opens a prompt with two options: Update now: The app will close, install the update in the background, and relaunch with the latest version. Update later: The app remains open in its current version, and the update button stays visible for future use. Once updated, the button disappears until a new version becomes available. No changes to app functionality or user settings are introduced with this update mechanism. |
| 2025-10-25 | MC Messages | [Introduction]
Starting in early October, the Microsoft 365 Copilot app for Windows will introduce a new Update available button. This button will not block the app UI; users will be able to continue interacting with the app when the button appears. This update encourages users to use the latest version of the app-ensuring access to new features, performance improvements, and security updates-without disrupting their workflow. [When this will happen:] General Availability: Rollout begins in early October 2025 and completes by end of October 2025. | Updated October 24, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction] Starting in early November, the Microsoft 365 Copilot app for Windows will introduce a new Update available button. This button will not block the app UI; users will be able to continue interacting with the app when the button appears. This update encourages users to use the latest version of the app-ensuring access to new features, performance improvements, and security updates-without disrupting their workflow. [When this will happen:] General Availability: Rollout begins in early November 2025 (previously early October) and completes by end of November 2025 (previously end of October). |
| 2025-10-25 | MC Title | Microsoft 365 Copilot App for Windows: "Update available" button | (Updated) Microsoft 365 Copilot App for Windows: "Update available" button |
| 2025-10-25 | MC Last Updated | 09/18/2025 01:05:59 | 2025-10-24T19:25:40Z |
| 2025-10-25 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, User impact | Updated message, New feature, User impact |
| 2025-10-25 | MC Summary | Starting October 2025, the Microsoft 365 Copilot app for Windows will show a non-blocking "Update available" button, allowing users to update immediately or later without interrupting use. No admin action is needed, and the update ensures access to new features and improvements. | Starting November 2025, the Microsoft 365 Copilot app for Windows will show a non-blocking "Update available" button for users to update the app without interrupting workflow. Users can choose to update immediately or later. No admin action is needed, and no changes to app functionality occur. |
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