check before: 2026-02-01
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Copilot, Microsoft 365 admin center, Microsoft Graph, SharePoint
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Developer, Online, World tenant
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Summary:
SharePoint Embedded apps now support container archival to reduce storage costs by up to 75% and improve Copilot search relevance. Rollout begins February 2026. Admins must opt in via PowerShell and update apps to manage archived containers using new Graph APIs and SharePoint Admin Center options.
Details:
Updated February 4, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction]
Non-Microsoft SharePoint Embedded applications now support container archival. This feature helps organizations reduce storage costs by up to 75% by moving large or inactive content to low-cost storage tiers. It also improves Copilot search relevance by prioritizing active content and reducing noise from outdated data.
[When this will happen:]
Public Preview: Rollout will begin in early February 2026 and is expected to complete by mid-March 2026 (previously late February).
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2026-01-08
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2026-02-05
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summary for non-techies**
Starting in February 2026, SharePoint will introduce a feature allowing organizations to archive certain data types to cheaper storage, potentially reducing storage costs by up to 75%, with administrators needing to enable this feature via PowerShell and manage it through the SharePoint Admin Center, while developers will need to update their applications using new Graph APIs.
Direct effects for Operations**
Data Accessibility Issues
If the archival feature is enabled without proper preparation, users may find it difficult to access important data that has been archived, leading to potential disruptions in workflow and productivity.
- roles: SharePoint Admins, End Users
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/powershell/module/microsoft.online.sharepoint.powershell/new-spocontainertype?view=sharepoint-ps, https://learn.microsoft.com/powershell/module/microsoft.online.sharepoint.powershell/set-spocontainertype?view=sharepoint-ps
Increased User Confusion
Without adequate communication and training on the new archival process, users may be confused about the status of their data, leading to frustration and decreased user satisfaction.
- roles: End Users, Support Staff
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/powershell/module/microsoft.online.sharepoint.powershell/new-spocontainertype?view=sharepoint-ps, https://learn.microsoft.com/powershell/module/microsoft.online.sharepoint.powershell/set-spocontainertype?view=sharepoint-ps
Integration Failures
If developers do not update their applications to handle the new Graph APIs for archiving, it may result in application failures or errors when attempting to access archived containers, impacting overall system reliability.
- roles: Developers, IT Operations
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/powershell/module/microsoft.online.sharepoint.powershell/new-spocontainertype?view=sharepoint-ps, https://learn.microsoft.com/powershell/module/microsoft.online.sharepoint.powershell/set-spocontainertype?view=sharepoint-ps
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2026-02-05 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, Admin impact | Updated message, New feature, Admin impact |
| 2026-02-05 | MC Summary | SharePoint Embedded apps will support container archival starting February 2026, reducing storage costs by up to 75% and improving Copilot search by prioritizing active content. Admins must opt in via PowerShell, use new Graph APIs, and update apps to manage archived containers. No compliance issues noted. | SharePoint Embedded apps now support container archival to reduce storage costs by up to 75% and improve Copilot search relevance. Rollout begins February 2026. Admins must opt in via PowerShell and update apps to manage archived containers using new Graph APIs and SharePoint Admin Center options. |
| 2026-02-05 | MC Last Updated | 01/08/2026 01:54:41 | 2026-02-04T18:57:13Z |
| 2026-02-05 | MC Messages | [Introduction]
Non-Microsoft SharePoint Embedded applications now support container archival. This feature helps organizations reduce storage costs by up to 75% by moving large or inactive content to low-cost storage tiers. It also improves Copilot search relevance by prioritizing active content and reducing noise from outdated data. [When this will happen:] Public Preview: Rollout will begin in early February 2026 and is expected to complete by late February 2026. | Updated February 4, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction] Non-Microsoft SharePoint Embedded applications now support container archival. This feature helps organizations reduce storage costs by up to 75% by moving large or inactive content to low-cost storage tiers. It also improves Copilot search relevance by prioritizing active content and reducing noise from outdated data. [When this will happen:] Public Preview: Rollout will begin in early February 2026 and is expected to complete by mid-March 2026 (previously late February). |
| 2026-02-05 | MC Title | SharePoint Embedded apps can now archive containers to reduce storage costs and improve Copilot results | (Updated) SharePoint Embedded apps can now archive containers to reduce storage costs and improve Copilot results |
| 2026-02-05 | MC End Time | 03/31/2026 09:00:00 | 2026-04-20T09:00:00Z |
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