check before: 2026-02-01
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft Edge, Teams
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Android, iOS, mobile, Online, US Instances, World tenant
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Admin impact, New feature, Updated message, User impact
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Summary:
Starting late February to early May 2026, Teams Mobile on Android and iOS will let users choose which browser opens non-Office and PDF links, promoting Microsoft Edge by default. Admins can manage this via the TeamsMobilityPolicy PowerShell attribute LinksInTeams. Users can set preferences in app settings.
Details:
Updated April 23, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
To improve security and user experience, Teams Mobile users on Android and iOS will soon be able to choose which browser opens non-Office and PDF links. This update encourages the use of Microsoft Edge-which supports Single Sign-On (SSO), Copilot, and enhanced security-while still allowing users to choose their preferred browser.
[When this will happen]
General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in late February 2026 and is expected to complete by early May 2026 (previously late February).
General Availability (DoD, GCC, and GCCH): Rollout will begin in late February 2026 and is expected to complete by early May 2026 (previously late February).
During rollout, we will monitor user satisfaction (DSAT), Microsoft Edge installation rates, and retention.
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2026-01-10
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2026-04-24
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User Experience Disruption
Users may experience confusion or frustration when prompted to select a browser for links, especially if they are not familiar with the new feature.
- roles: End Users, Helpdesk Support
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2026/04/23/updated-microsoft-teams-browser-selection-for-links-in-teams-mobile/
Increased Support Tickets
Helpdesk teams may receive an influx of support tickets related to browser selection and installation of Microsoft Edge, leading to longer resolution times.
- roles: Helpdesk Support, IT Admins
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2026/04/23/updated-microsoft-teams-browser-selection-for-links-in-teams-mobile/
Potential Security Risks
If users are not aware of the need to install Microsoft Edge, they may inadvertently use less secure browsers, exposing the organization to security vulnerabilities.
- roles: End Users, IT Security
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2026/04/23/updated-microsoft-teams-browser-selection-for-links-in-teams-mobile/
Policy Management Overhead
IT Admins will need to manage the new TeamsMobilityPolicy settings, which may require additional time and resources to ensure compliance and user satisfaction.
- roles: IT Admins, Compliance Officers
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2026/04/23/updated-microsoft-teams-browser-selection-for-links-in-teams-mobile/
User Adoption Challenges
Users may resist adopting Microsoft Edge if they are accustomed to other browsers, leading to inconsistent usage and potential productivity loss.
- roles: End Users, IT Admins
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2026/04/23/updated-microsoft-teams-browser-selection-for-links-in-teams-mobile/
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2026-04-24 | MC Messages | Updated February 17, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
To improve security and user experience, Teams Mobile users on Android and iOS will soon be able to choose which browser opens non‑Office and PDF links. This update encourages the use of Microsoft Edge-which supports Single Sign-On (SSO), Copilot, and enhanced security-while still allowing users to choose their preferred browser. [When this will happen] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in late February 2026 and is expected to complete by late February 2026. General Availability (DoD, GCC, and GCCH): Rollout will begin in late February 2026 and is expected to complete by late February 2026. During rollout, we will monitor user satisfaction (DSAT), Microsoft Edge installation rates, and retention. | Updated April 23, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
To improve security and user experience, Teams Mobile users on Android and iOS will soon be able to choose which browser opens non-Office and PDF links. This update encourages the use of Microsoft Edge-which supports Single Sign-On (SSO), Copilot, and enhanced security-while still allowing users to choose their preferred browser. [When this will happen] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in late February 2026 and is expected to complete by early May 2026 (previously late February). General Availability (DoD, GCC, and GCCH): Rollout will begin in late February 2026 and is expected to complete by early May 2026 (previously late February). During rollout, we will monitor user satisfaction (DSAT), Microsoft Edge installation rates, and retention. |
| 2026-04-24 | MC How Affect | Who is affected: All users of Microsoft Teams Mobile on Android and iOS.
What will happen: When users tap a non‑Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or PDF link, a pop-up will appear at the bottom of the screen (a bottom sheet) prompting them to choose a browser. If Microsoft Edge is not installed and the user selects Edge, they will be prompted to download it. A new Links in Teams setting will appear in Teams Mobile settings: This feature will be enabled by default for all tenants. Admins can manage this feature using PowerShell: Policy name: TeamsMobilityPolicy Attribute:LinksInTeams Allowed values: OfferBrowserOptions - enables the feature UseSystemDefaults - disables the feature | Who is affected: All users of Microsoft Teams Mobile on Android and iOS.
What will happen: When users tap a non-Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or PDF link, a pop-up will appear at the bottom of the screen (a bottom sheet) prompting them to choose a browser. If Microsoft Edge is not installed and the user selects Edge, they will be prompted to download it. A new Links in Teams setting will appear in Teams Mobile settings: This feature will be enabled by default for all tenants. Admins can manage this feature using PowerShell: Policy name: TeamsMobilityPolicy Attribute:LinksInTeams Allowed values: OfferBrowserOptions - enables the feature UseSystemDefaults - disables the feature |
| 2026-04-24 | MC Last Updated | 02/18/2026 18:12:02 | 2026-04-23T19:21:07Z |
| 2026-04-24 | MC End Time | 03/28/2026 08:00:00 | 2026-06-05T09:00:00Z |
| 2026-04-24 | MC Summary | Starting late February 2026, Teams Mobile on Android and iOS will prompt users to choose a browser for non-Office and PDF links, encouraging Microsoft Edge use with SSO and security benefits. The feature is enabled by default but can be managed by admins via PowerShell. | Starting late February to early May 2026, Teams Mobile on Android and iOS will let users choose which browser opens non-Office and PDF links, promoting Microsoft Edge by default. Admins can manage this via the TeamsMobilityPolicy PowerShell attribute LinksInTeams. Users can set preferences in app settings. |
| 2026-02-19 | MC Messages | To improve security and user experience, Teams Mobile users on Android and iOS will soon be able to choose which browser opens non‑Office and PDF links. This update encourages the use of Microsoft Edge-which supports Single Sign-On (SSO), Copilot, and enhanced security-while still allowing users to choose their preferred browser.
[When this will happen] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in February 2026 and is expected to complete by late February 2026. General Availability (DoD, GCC, and GCCH): Rollout will begin in late February 2026 and is expected to complete by late February 2026. During rollout, we will monitor user satisfaction (DSAT), Microsoft Edge installation rates, and retention. | Updated February 17, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
To improve security and user experience, Teams Mobile users on Android and iOS will soon be able to choose which browser opens non‑Office and PDF links. This update encourages the use of Microsoft Edge-which supports Single Sign-On (SSO), Copilot, and enhanced security-while still allowing users to choose their preferred browser. [When this will happen] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in late February 2026 and is expected to complete by late February 2026. General Availability (DoD, GCC, and GCCH): Rollout will begin in late February 2026 and is expected to complete by late February 2026. During rollout, we will monitor user satisfaction (DSAT), Microsoft Edge installation rates, and retention. |
| 2026-02-19 | MC Title | Microsoft Teams: Browser selection for links in Teams Mobile | (Updated) Microsoft Teams: Browser selection for links in Teams Mobile |
| 2026-02-19 | MC Last Updated | 01/10/2026 00:10:06 | 2026-02-18T18:12:02Z |
| 2026-02-19 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, User impact, Admin impact | Updated message, New feature, User impact, Admin impact |
| 2026-02-19 | MC Summary | Starting February 2026, Teams Mobile on Android and iOS will prompt users to choose a browser for non-Office and PDF links, encouraging Microsoft Edge use with SSO and enhanced security. The feature is enabled by default, configurable via PowerShell, and allows users to set their preferred browser in app settings. | Starting late February 2026, Teams Mobile on Android and iOS will prompt users to choose a browser for non-Office and PDF links, encouraging Microsoft Edge use with SSO and security benefits. The feature is enabled by default but can be managed by admins via PowerShell. |
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