MC1050198 – Microsoft Purview | Endpoint Data Loss Prevention supports Microsoft Edge to enforce restrictions on files (archived)

Product:

Microsoft Edge, Purview, Purview Communication Compliance, Purview compliance portal, Purview Data Loss Prevention

Platform:

Online, Web, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

New feature, User impact, Admin impact

Links:

486370

Details:

Before this rollout, Microsoft Purview admins can configure restrictions on removable USB devices, network shares, and/or printer groups in Endpoint Data Loss Prevention (EDLP) policies. After this rollout, these restrictions will extend to the Microsoft Edge browser.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 486370.
[When this will happen:]
Public Preview: We have begun rolling out early April 2025 and expect to complete by early April 2025.
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out late May 2025 and expect to complete by late May 2025.

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Release Phase:
General Availability, Preview

Created:
2025-04-08

updated:
2025-04-08

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summary for non-techies**

Microsoft is enhancing its Purview Endpoint Data Loss Prevention (EDLP) by extending restrictions to the Microsoft Edge browser, allowing automatic application of existing data loss prevention policies without manual adjustments from IT administrators.

Direct effects for Operations**

Increased User Frustration
Users may experience frustration due to unexpected restrictions on file access and sharing through Microsoft Edge, leading to potential disruptions in their workflow.
   - roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/dlp-configure-endpoint-settings#printer-groups, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?searchterms=486370

Operational Disruption
The automatic enforcement of new restrictions may lead to operational disruptions as users may not be prepared for the changes, resulting in delays in tasks that require file sharing or printing.
   - roles: End Users, Department Managers
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/dlp-configure-endpoint-settings#printer-groups, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?searchterms=486370

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explanation for non-techies**

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