MC1148529 – Outlook for Web adds “Get diagnostics” option under Help tab

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check before: 2025-10-01

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Exchange, Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 for the web, Outlook, Windows

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Online, Web, World tenant

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New feature, User impact, Admin impact

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Summary:
Outlook for Web will add a "Get diagnostics" option under the Help tab by late October 2025, enabling users to send diagnostic data to Microsoft Support. The feature is enabled by default, manageable by admins via cloud policy, and aims to streamline support and troubleshooting.

Details:
[Introduction]
To improve support experiences, we're expanding the Get diagnostics feature-currently available in the new Outlook for Windows-to Outlook for Web. This allows users to securely send diagnostic data to Microsoft Support directly from the Help tab, streamlining issue resolution.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in mid-October 2025 and is expected to complete by late October 2025.

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Created:
2025-09-06

updated:
2025-09-06

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Introduction of 'Get diagnostics' feature
Users may experience confusion or frustration if they are not informed about the new feature, leading to potential delays in troubleshooting and support resolution.
   - roles: End Users, Helpdesk Staff
   - references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/contact-support-and-provide-feedback-in-new-outlook-for-windows-4a4bcc80-c71e-4e44-97c1-d0e62452ef4a

Admin control over diagnostics feature
Admins may face challenges in managing the visibility and behavior of the new feature if they are not prepared, potentially leading to unauthorized data sharing or misuse.
   - roles: IT Administrators, Compliance Officers
   - references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/contact-support-and-provide-feedback-in-new-outlook-for-windows-4a4bcc80-c71e-4e44-97c1-d0e62452ef4a

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