MC1162965 – (Updated) Microsoft 365 Copilot: Version history now available in Copilot Pages (archived)

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Copilot, Copilot Chat, Entra, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Microsoft Loop, OneDrive, SharePoint

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Online, World tenant

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Admin impact, New feature, Updated message, User impact

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Summary:
Microsoft 365 Copilot Pages now includes version history, allowing users to view and restore previous page versions, including manual, Copilot, or collaborative changes. This feature, enabled by default without needing a Copilot license, rolls out worldwide from October to November 2025 and requires no admin setup.

Details:
Updated October 28, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction:]
We're introducing version history in Microsoft 365 Copilot Pages to help users confidently refine their work. This feature allows users to view and restore previous versions of a page-whether changes were made manually, through Copilot, or collaboratively. This update supports transparency and control in content creation, aligning with customer feedback.
[When this will happen:]
Public Preview (Worldwide): Begins early October 2025 and completes by late October 2025.
General Availability (Worldwide): Begins late October 2025 and completes by early November 2025 (previously late October).

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Created:
2025-10-01

updated:
2025-10-28

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Direct effects for Operations**

Version History Feature Implementation
Without preparation, users may experience confusion or frustration due to the sudden availability of version history, leading to potential misuse or misunderstanding of the feature.
   - roles: End Users, Helpdesk Staff
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/loop/loop-compliance-summary?view=o365-worldwide, https://support.microsoft.com/topic/how-microsoft-365-copilot-pages-works-d155bd99-c3cc-4ef8-8da4-c0a92bfce29b

Lack of Admin Control
IT admins cannot disable the version history feature, which may lead to unexpected storage issues or version clutter if not managed properly, impacting system performance.
   - roles: IT Admins, System Administrators
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/loop/loop-compliance-summary?view=o365-worldwide, https://support.microsoft.com/topic/how-microsoft-365-copilot-pages-works-d155bd99-c3cc-4ef8-8da4-c0a92bfce29b

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explanation for non-techies**

Microsoft 365 Copilot Pages has introduced a new feature called version history, which allows users to view and restore previous versions of their pages. Think of it like a time machine for your documents. Just as you might want to revisit a previous draft of a legal document or a business proposal, version history lets you go back to earlier versions of your work. This is particularly useful if you want to undo changes or compare different iterations of your content.

This feature is available to everyone using Microsoft 365 Copilot Pages with Entra ID accounts, whether the changes were made manually, with the help of Copilot, or through collaboration with others. You don't need a special license to use this feature, and it's turned on by default, so there's no need for IT administrators to set it up.

For those familiar with SharePoint or OneDrive, version history in Copilot Pages works similarly. Imagine it as a filing cabinet where each version of your document is a different folder. You can choose which folder to open and even restore the contents if needed. This helps maintain transparency and control over your content, ensuring you can always access the version you need.

Admins can manage how many versions are stored using existing settings in SharePoint or OneDrive, with Copilot Pages saving up to 50 versions per file. However, they cannot disable this feature, ensuring that version history is always available to users.

This update doesn't require any immediate action, but it might be helpful to inform your helpdesk staff, update any internal documentation, and review training materials to ensure everyone is aware of this new capability. It's a tool designed to give users more confidence and flexibility in their work, much like having a safety net when walking a tightrope.