check before: 2026-02-01
Product:
Microsoft 365 Apps, OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams
Platform:
Online, US Instances, Web, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
Admin impact, Feature update, Updated message, User impact
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Details:
Summary:
Microsoft 365 is updating the Access Request and Access Denied pages with modern visuals, animations, and clearer messaging to improve user experience. The rollout starts February 2026 and completes by March 2026, with no changes to admin policies. The update is automatic; no user action is needed.
Details:
Updated January 29, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction:]
We're introducing a visual refresh of the Access Request and Access Denied page experience across Microsoft 365, redesigned to help users quickly request access to content such as documents, SharePoint sites, or Teams meeting recordings. This update features modern Fluent illustrations, animations, and clearer messaging to make it easier to understand and resolve access issues for a more seamless collaboration experience.
This message is associated with Roadmap ID 553214.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, DoD): We will begin rolling out in February 2026 (previously early January) and expect to complete by March 2026 (previously early February).
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Created:
2025-11-21
updated:
2026-01-30
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft 365 is updating the Access Request and Access Denied pages with clearer visuals and animations to enhance user-friendliness, without altering any access rules or policies.
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User Experience with Access Requests
Users may experience confusion or frustration due to the new visuals and messaging if they are not informed about the changes beforehand, potentially leading to increased support requests.
- roles: End Users, Helpdesk Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=553214#Roadmap
Training and Documentation Updates
Existing training materials and internal documentation may become outdated, leading to misinformation and inconsistent support for users trying to navigate the new access request process.
- roles: Training Coordinators, Support Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=553214#Roadmap
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2026-01-30 | MC prepare | No action is required to enable this update; it will be applied automatically.
However, to ensure a smooth experience for your users, we recommend the following: Communicate this change to helpdesk and support staff so they can assist users who may have questions about the new visuals or messaging. Update internal documentation if you reference the Access Request or Access Denied experience in training materials or support guides. Review any custom workflows or access request processes to ensure they align with the updated experience. Monitor user feedback after rollout to identify any confusion or support needs related to the new design. [Compliance considerations:] No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization. | No action is required to enable this update; it will be applied automatically.
However, to ensure a smooth experience for your users, we recommend the following: Communicate this change to helpdesk and support staff so they can assist users who may have questions about the new visuals or messaging. Update internal documentation if you reference the Access Request or Access Denied experience in training materials or support guides. Review any custom workflows or access request processes to ensure they align with the updated experience. Monitor user feedback after rollout to identify any confusion or support needs related to the new design. [Compliance considerations:] No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization. https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=553214#Roadmap |
| 2026-01-30 | MC MessageTagNames | Feature update, User impact, Admin impact | Updated message, Feature update, User impact, Admin impact |
| 2026-01-30 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 will update the Access Request and Access Denied pages with modern visuals, animations, and clearer messaging for OneDrive and SharePoint access requests. The rollout begins January 2026, requires no admin action, and aims to improve user understanding without changing access policies. | Microsoft 365 is updating the Access Request and Access Denied pages with modern visuals, animations, and clearer messaging to improve user experience. The rollout starts February 2026 and completes by March 2026, with no changes to admin policies. The update is automatic; no user action is needed. |
| 2026-01-30 | MC Last Updated | 11/21/2025 01:17:13 | 2026-01-29T21:16:34Z |
| 2026-01-30 | MC Messages | [Introduction:]
We're introducing a visual refresh of the Access Request and Access Denied page experience across Microsoft 365, redesigned to help users quickly request access to content such as documents, SharePoint sites, or Teams meeting recordings. This update features modern Fluent illustrations, animations, and clearer messaging to make it easier to understand and resolve access issues for a more seamless collaboration experience. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, DoD): We will begin rolling out in early January 2026 and expect to complete by early February 2026. | Updated January 29, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction:] We're introducing a visual refresh of the Access Request and Access Denied page experience across Microsoft 365, redesigned to help users quickly request access to content such as documents, SharePoint sites, or Teams meeting recordings. This update features modern Fluent illustrations, animations, and clearer messaging to make it easier to understand and resolve access issues for a more seamless collaboration experience. This message is associated with Roadmap ID 553214. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, DoD): We will begin rolling out in February 2026 (previously early January) and expect to complete by March 2026 (previously early February). |
| 2026-01-30 | MC Platforms | Web | |
| 2026-01-30 | MC Title | Microsoft 365: Modern Access Request and Access Denied web page | (Updated) Microsoft 365: Modern Access Request and Access Denied web page |
| 2026-01-30 | MC End Time | 03/13/2026 08:00:00 | 2026-04-20T09:00:00Z |
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