MC1154787 – Microsoft Purview: Paid public preview of Inline Protection of Sensitive Text transmitted in Edge for Business (archived)

Product:

Microsoft 365 suite, Microsoft Edge, Purview, Purview Communication Compliance, Purview compliance portal, Purview Data Loss Prevention

Platform:

Online, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

New feature, User impact, Admin impact

Links:

486368

Details:

Summary:
Starting October 31, 2025, Microsoft Purview's inline protection of sensitive text in Edge for Business will require a paid public preview with pay-as-you-go billing via the In Transit Protection meter. Organizations must link an Azure subscription or lose this protection for unmanaged cloud apps.

Details:
[Introduction]
Starting October 31, 2025, Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention (DLP) will transition the inline protection of sensitive text in Microsoft Edge for Business to a paid public preview as a pay-as-you-go capability using the In Transit Protection meter. This capability helps organizations detect and prevent data exfiltration to unsanctioned Generative AI apps in the browser such as ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and DeepSeek.
This message is associated with Roadmap ID 486368.
[When this will happen:]
Global rollout will begin in late October 2025 and is expected to complete by early November 2025.

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Release Phase:
General Availability, Preview

Created:
2025-09-18

updated:
2025-09-18

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

Loss of Data Protection
If organizations do not link an Azure subscription by the deadline, inline protection for sensitive text in Edge will cease, leading to potential data exfiltration risks.
   - roles: Data Loss Prevention Administrator, IT Security Manager
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/dlp-browser-dlp-learn, https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/purview-payg-subscription-based-enablement

Increased Compliance Risks
Failure to configure billing may result in non-compliance with data protection regulations, as sensitive data may be exposed without the necessary protections.
   - roles: Compliance Officer, Data Protection Officer
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/office365/servicedescriptions/microsoft-365-service-descriptions/microsoft-365-tenantlevel-services-licensing-guidance/microsoft-purview-service-description, https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/collection-policies-policy-reference#cloud-apps-detection

User Experience Disruption
Users may experience interruptions in their ability to share sensitive information securely, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
   - roles: End User, Help Desk Support
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=486368, https://azure.microsoft.com/pricing/details/purview/

Increased Costs
Organizations may incur unexpected costs if they do not prepare for the pay-as-you-go billing model, leading to budget overruns.
   - roles: Finance Administrator, IT Manager
   - references: https://azure.microsoft.com/pricing/calculator/, https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/purview/purview-billing-models#pay-as-you-go-billing-model

Administrative Burden
Admins will face increased workload to set up billing and ensure compliance, diverting resources from other critical tasks.
   - roles: IT Administrator, System Administrator
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/azure/devops/organizations/billing/set-up-billing-for-your-organization-vs?view=azure-devops#set-up-billing-for-your-organization, https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/collection-policies-policy-reference#cloud-apps-detection

Configutation Options**

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Opportunities**

Enhanced Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Policies
The transition to a paid public preview for inline protection allows organizations to enhance their DLP policies by integrating Azure's capabilities, providing more granular control over sensitive data shared via Edge. This will improve compliance and reduce the risk of data breaches.
   - next-steps: Evaluate current DLP policies and identify how Azure integration can enhance them. Set up Azure subscription and link it to Purview for billing and monitoring.
   - roles: Compliance Officer, IT Security Manager, Data Protection Officer
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/dlp-browser-dlp-learn, https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/purview-payg-subscription-based-enablement

Cost Management through Usage Monitoring
By utilizing the Purview Activity Explorer, organizations can monitor and analyze their usage of the inline protection feature, allowing them to optimize their data protection strategies and manage costs effectively under the pay-as-you-go model.
   - next-steps: Train relevant staff on how to use Purview Activity Explorer to assess usage. Set up regular reviews of usage data to identify patterns and potential savings.
   - roles: Finance Administrator, IT Manager, Compliance Officer
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/purview-activity-explorer, https://azure.microsoft.com/pricing/calculator/

Improved User Awareness and Training
With the changes in DLP enforcement, it is crucial to inform users about the new inline protection features and the importance of compliance, which can lead to a better user experience and reduce the risk of accidental data leaks.
   - next-steps: Develop a training program to educate users on the new inline protection capabilities and compliance requirements. Schedule regular training sessions and provide resources for ongoing education.
   - roles: Training Coordinator, IT Support Staff, Compliance Officer
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/collection-policies-policy-reference#cloud-apps-detection, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=486368

Potentional Risks**

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Data Protection**

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