check before: 2023-08-15
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 admin center
Platform:
Online, Web, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
New feature, Updated message
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Details:
Summary:
Microsoft 365 admin center will introduce a new request and approval experience for Microsoft-built agents, allowing centralized management of access requests via the Copilot > Agents & connectors page. Rollout starts March 2026, requires no setup, and enhances admin control and transparency.
Details:
Updated February 5, 2026: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction
We're introducing a new request and approval experience in the Microsoft 365 admin center for Microsoft agents. This update enables users to request access to agents-even those currently unavailable due to your organization's configuration-directly from the Agent Store.
You can manage these requests centrally from the Copilot > Agents & connectors page in the Microsoft 365 admin center, streamlining access control and improving visibility into user interest.
Note: This request flow applies exclusively to agents built by Microsoft and does not extend to other agents available in the store.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 494809.
When this will happen
Rollout will begin early March 2026 (previously early February) and completes by end of March 2026 (previously end of February).
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Created:
2025-08-14
updated:
2026-02-06
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft is introducing a new feature in the Microsoft 365 admin center in March 2026, allowing administrators to manage access requests for Microsoft-built agents through a centralized control panel on the Copilot > Agents & connectors page, similar to a ticketing system.
Direct effects for Operations**
Access Management Disruption
Without preparation, users may experience delays in accessing necessary agents, leading to frustration and decreased productivity as they wait for admin approvals.
- roles: IT Admin, End User
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=494809
Increased Support Requests
The new request flow may lead to an influx of support requests from users unfamiliar with the new process, overwhelming IT support teams and impacting response times.
- roles: IT Support, End User
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=494809
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2026-02-06 | MC Last Updated | 01/08/2026 18:46:23 | 2026-02-05T23:23:26Z |
| 2026-02-06 | MC Messages | Updated January 8, 2026: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction We're introducing a new request and approval experience in the Microsoft 365 admin center for Microsoft agents. This update enables users to request access to agents-even those currently unavailable due to your organization's configuration-directly from the Agent Store. You can manage these requests centrally from the Copilot > Agents & connectors page in the Microsoft 365 admin center, streamlining access control and improving visibility into user interest. Note: This request flow applies exclusively to agents built by Microsoft and does not extend to other agents available in the store. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 494809. When this will happen Rollout will begin early February 2026 (previously early January) and completes by end of February 2026 (previously end of January). | Updated February 5, 2026: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction We're introducing a new request and approval experience in the Microsoft 365 admin center for Microsoft agents. This update enables users to request access to agents-even those currently unavailable due to your organization's configuration-directly from the Agent Store. You can manage these requests centrally from the Copilot > Agents & connectors page in the Microsoft 365 admin center, streamlining access control and improving visibility into user interest. Note: This request flow applies exclusively to agents built by Microsoft and does not extend to other agents available in the store. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 494809. When this will happen Rollout will begin early March 2026 (previously early February) and completes by end of March 2026 (previously end of February). |
| 2026-02-06 | MC End Time | 03/30/2026 09:00:00 | 2026-05-04T09:00:00Z |
| 2026-02-06 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 admin center will introduce a new request and approval experience for Microsoft-built agents, enabling centralized management of access requests via the Copilot > Agents & connectors page. Rollout starts February 2026, requires no setup, and enhances admin control over user access. | Microsoft 365 admin center will introduce a new request and approval experience for Microsoft-built agents, allowing centralized management of access requests via the Copilot > Agents & connectors page. Rollout starts March 2026, requires no setup, and enhances admin control and transparency. |
| 2026-01-09 | MC Last Updated | 12/08/2025 23:21:38 | 2026-01-08T18:46:23Z |
| 2026-01-09 | MC Messages | Updated December 8, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction We're introducing a new request and approval experience in the Microsoft 365 admin center for Microsoft agents. This update enables users to request access to agents-even those currently unavailable due to your organization's configuration-directly from the Agent Store. You can manage these requests centrally from the Copilot > Agents & connectors page in the Microsoft 365 admin center, streamlining access control and improving visibility into user interest. Note: This request flow applies exclusively to agents built by Microsoft and does not extend to other agents available in the store. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 494809. When this will happen Rollout will begin early January 2026 (previously late November 2025) and complete by end of January 2026 (previously mid-December 2025). | Updated January 8, 2026: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction We're introducing a new request and approval experience in the Microsoft 365 admin center for Microsoft agents. This update enables users to request access to agents-even those currently unavailable due to your organization's configuration-directly from the Agent Store. You can manage these requests centrally from the Copilot > Agents & connectors page in the Microsoft 365 admin center, streamlining access control and improving visibility into user interest. Note: This request flow applies exclusively to agents built by Microsoft and does not extend to other agents available in the store. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 494809. When this will happen Rollout will begin early February 2026 (previously early January) and completes by end of February 2026 (previously end of January). |
| 2026-01-09 | MC End Time | 03/02/2026 08:00:00 | 2026-03-30T09:00:00Z |
| 2026-01-09 | MC Summary | Starting January 2026, Microsoft 365 admin center introduces a new request and approval system for Microsoft-built agents, allowing centralized management of access requests via the Copilot > Agents & connectors page. Admins maintain full control with no setup required; rollout completes by end of January 2026. | Microsoft 365 admin center will introduce a new request and approval experience for Microsoft-built agents, enabling centralized management of access requests via the Copilot > Agents & connectors page. Rollout starts February 2026, requires no setup, and enhances admin control over user access. |
| 2025-12-09 | MC Last Updated | 11/03/2025 23:11:15 | 2025-12-08T23:21:38Z |
| 2025-12-09 | MC Messages | Updated November 3, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction We're introducing a new request and approval experience in the Microsoft 365 admin center for Microsoft agents. This update enables users to request access to agents-even those currently unavailable due to your organization's configuration-directly from the Agent Store. You can manage these requests centrally from the Copilot > Agents & connectors page in the Microsoft 365 admin center, streamlining access control and improving visibility into user interest. Note: This request flow applies exclusively to agents built by Microsoft and does not extend to other agents available in the store. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 494809. When this will happen Rollout will begin late November 2025 (previously late October) and complete in mid-December 2025 (previously mid-November). | Updated December 8, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction We're introducing a new request and approval experience in the Microsoft 365 admin center for Microsoft agents. This update enables users to request access to agents-even those currently unavailable due to your organization's configuration-directly from the Agent Store. You can manage these requests centrally from the Copilot > Agents & connectors page in the Microsoft 365 admin center, streamlining access control and improving visibility into user interest. Note: This request flow applies exclusively to agents built by Microsoft and does not extend to other agents available in the store. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 494809. When this will happen Rollout will begin early January 2026 (previously late November 2025) and complete by end of January 2026 (previously mid-December 2025). |
| 2025-12-09 | MC End Time | 01/26/2026 08:00:00 | 2026-03-02T08:00:00Z |
| 2025-12-09 | MC Summary | Microsoft is rolling out a new request and approval experience for Microsoft-built agents in the Microsoft 365 admin center from late November to mid-December 2025. Admins can centrally manage and control user access requests via the Copilot > Agents & connectors page, with no setup required. | Starting January 2026, Microsoft 365 admin center introduces a new request and approval system for Microsoft-built agents, allowing centralized management of access requests via the Copilot > Agents & connectors page. Admins maintain full control with no setup required; rollout completes by end of January 2026. |
| 2025-11-04 | MC Last Updated | 10/17/2025 03:22:44 | 2025-11-03T23:11:15Z |
| 2025-11-04 | MC Messages | Updated October 16, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction We're introducing a new request and approval experience in the Microsoft 365 admin center for Microsoft agents. This update enables users to request access to agents-even those currently unavailable due to your organization's configuration-directly from the Agent Store. You can manage these requests centrally from the Copilot > Agents & connectors page in the Microsoft 365 admin center, streamlining access control and improving visibility into user interest. Note: This request flow applies exclusively to agents built by Microsoft and does not extend to other agents available in the store. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 494809. When this will happen Rollout will begin late October 2025 (previously late September) and complete in mid-November 2025 (previously mid-October). | Updated November 3, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction We're introducing a new request and approval experience in the Microsoft 365 admin center for Microsoft agents. This update enables users to request access to agents-even those currently unavailable due to your organization's configuration-directly from the Agent Store. You can manage these requests centrally from the Copilot > Agents & connectors page in the Microsoft 365 admin center, streamlining access control and improving visibility into user interest. Note: This request flow applies exclusively to agents built by Microsoft and does not extend to other agents available in the store. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 494809. When this will happen Rollout will begin late November 2025 (previously late October) and complete in mid-December 2025 (previously mid-November). |
| 2025-11-04 | MC End Time | 01/19/2026 08:00:00 | 2026-01-26T08:00:00Z |
| 2025-11-04 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 is introducing a new request and approval experience for Microsoft-built agents in the admin center, allowing centralized management of access requests via the Copilot > Agents & connectors page. Rollout starts late October 2025 and completes mid-November 2025, with no setup required. | Microsoft is rolling out a new request and approval experience for Microsoft-built agents in the Microsoft 365 admin center from late November to mid-December 2025. Admins can centrally manage and control user access requests via the Copilot > Agents & connectors page, with no setup required. |
| 2025-10-17 | MC Last Updated | 08/28/2025 21:59:52 | 2025-10-17T03:22:44Z |
| 2025-10-17 | MC Messages | Updated August 28, 2025: This request flow applies exclusively to agents built by Microsoft and does not extend to other agents available in the store.
Introduction We're introducing a new request and approval experience in the Microsoft 365 admin center for Microsoft agents. This update enables users to request access to agents-even those currently unavailable due to your organization's configuration-directly from the Agent Store. You can manage these requests centrally from the Copilot > Agents & connectors page in the Microsoft 365 admin center, streamlining access control and improving visibility into user interest. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 494809. When this will happen Rollout will begin late September2025 (previously mid-August) and complete in mid-October 2025 (previously early September). | Updated October 16, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction We're introducing a new request and approval experience in the Microsoft 365 admin center for Microsoft agents. This update enables users to request access to agents-even those currently unavailable due to your organization's configuration-directly from the Agent Store. You can manage these requests centrally from the Copilot > Agents & connectors page in the Microsoft 365 admin center, streamlining access control and improving visibility into user interest. Note: This request flow applies exclusively to agents built by Microsoft and does not extend to other agents available in the store. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 494809. When this will happen Rollout will begin late October 2025 (previously late September) and complete in mid-November 2025 (previously mid-October). |
| 2025-10-17 | MC End Time | 11/24/2025 08:00:00 | 2026-01-19T08:00:00Z |
| 2025-10-17 | MC Summary | Microsoft is introducing a new request and approval experience for Microsoft-built agents in the Microsoft 365 admin center, allowing centralized management of access requests from late September to mid-October 2025. Admins can approve or reject requests per user, with no setup required. | Microsoft 365 is introducing a new request and approval experience for Microsoft-built agents in the admin center, allowing centralized management of access requests via the Copilot > Agents & connectors page. Rollout starts late October 2025 and completes mid-November 2025, with no setup required. |
| 2025-08-29 | MC Messages | Updated August 21, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction We're introducing a new request and approval experience in the Microsoft 365 admin center for Microsoft agents. This update enables users to request access to agents-even those currently unavailable due to your organization's configuration-directly from the Agent Store. You can manage these requests centrally from the Copilot > Agents & connectors page in the Microsoft 365 admin center, streamlining access control and improving visibility into user interest. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 494809. When this will happen Rollout will begin late September2025 (previously mid-August) and complete in mid-October 2025 (previously early September). | Updated August 28, 2025: This request flow applies exclusively to agents built by Microsoft and does not extend to other agents available in the store.
Introduction We're introducing a new request and approval experience in the Microsoft 365 admin center for Microsoft agents. This update enables users to request access to agents-even those currently unavailable due to your organization's configuration-directly from the Agent Store. You can manage these requests centrally from the Copilot > Agents & connectors page in the Microsoft 365 admin center, streamlining access control and improving visibility into user interest. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 494809. When this will happen Rollout will begin late September2025 (previously mid-August) and complete in mid-October 2025 (previously early September). |
| 2025-08-29 | MC Last Updated | 08/21/2025 23:16:15 | 2025-08-28T21:59:52Z |
| 2025-08-29 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 admin center will introduce a new request and approval experience for agents, allowing users to request access directly from the Agent Store. Admins can centrally manage and control requests via the Copilot > Agents & connectors page. Rollout starts late September 2025 and completes mid-October 2025. No setup needed. | Microsoft is introducing a new request and approval experience for Microsoft-built agents in the Microsoft 365 admin center, allowing centralized management of access requests from late September to mid-October 2025. Admins can approve or reject requests per user, with no setup required. |
| 2025-08-22 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature | Updated message, New feature |
| 2025-08-22 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 admin center introduces a new request and approval system for agent access, allowing users to request agents directly from the Agent Store. Admins can centrally manage and control approvals via the Copilot > Agents & connectors page. Rollout starts mid-August through early September, with no setup needed. | Microsoft 365 admin center will introduce a new request and approval experience for agents, allowing users to request access directly from the Agent Store. Admins can centrally manage and control requests via the Copilot > Agents & connectors page. Rollout starts late September 2025 and completes mid-October 2025. No setup needed. |
| 2025-08-22 | MC Last Updated | 08/14/2025 01:12:13 | 2025-08-21T23:16:15Z |
| 2025-08-22 | MC Messages | Introduction
We're introducing a new request and approval experience in the Microsoft 365 admin center for Microsoft agents. This update enables users to request access to agents-even those currently unavailable due to your organization's configuration-directly from the Agent Store. You can manage these requests centrally from the Copilot > Agents & connectors page in the Microsoft 365 admin center, streamlining access control and improving visibility into user interest. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 494809. When this will happen Rollout will begin mid-August and complete in early September. | Updated August 21, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction We're introducing a new request and approval experience in the Microsoft 365 admin center for Microsoft agents. This update enables users to request access to agents-even those currently unavailable due to your organization's configuration-directly from the Agent Store. You can manage these requests centrally from the Copilot > Agents & connectors page in the Microsoft 365 admin center, streamlining access control and improving visibility into user interest. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 494809. When this will happen Rollout will begin late September2025 (previously mid-August) and complete in mid-October 2025 (previously early September). |
| 2025-08-22 | MC Title | New request and approval experience for Microsoft agents in the Microsoft 365 admin center | (Updated) New request and approval experience for Microsoft agents in the Microsoft 365 admin center |
| 2025-08-22 | MC End Time | 10/01/2025 09:00:00 | 2025-11-24T08:00:00Z |
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