check before: 2026-03-15
Product:
Defender, Defender for Endpoint, Defender XDR, Intune
Platform:
Android, mobile, Online, World tenant
Status:
Change type:
User impact, Admin impact, Retirement
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Details:
Summary:
Microsoft Defender for Android will end support for protecting personal profiles on enrolled devices by March 2026, focusing solely on securing corporate work profiles. This change enhances enterprise security and user privacy, requires no admin action, and does not affect work profiles or unenrolled devices.
Details:
[Introduction]
By the end of March 2026, Microsoft Defender for Android will no longer support protection of personal profiles on enrolled devices. This change aligns with our enterprise-first security strategy, ensuring resources are focused on protecting corporate data while maintaining user privacy.
[When will this happen]
Rollout will begin in mid-March 2026 and complete by late March 2026.
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Created:
2026-01-24
updated:
2026-01-24
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summary for non-techies**
By March 2026, Microsoft Defender for Android will no longer protect personal profiles on devices enrolled in a company's management system, focusing solely on securing work profiles, with no action required from IT administrators or users.
Direct effects for Operations**
Loss of Personal Profile Protection
Users will no longer have protection for their personal profiles on enrolled devices, potentially exposing personal data to security threats.
- roles: End Users, IT Support
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/defender-endpoint/android-configure-mam, https://learn.microsoft.com/defender-endpoint/android-intune#set-up-microsoft-defender-in-personal-profile-on-android-enterprise-in-byod-mode
Increased User Privacy Risks
With the removal of protection for personal profiles, users may face increased risks of data breaches or unauthorized access to personal information.
- roles: End Users, Compliance Officers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/defender-endpoint/android-configure-mam, https://learn.microsoft.com/defender-endpoint/android-intune#set-up-microsoft-defender-in-personal-profile-on-android-enterprise-in-byod-mode
User Experience Degradation
Users may experience a decline in overall device security and performance due to the lack of protection for personal profiles, leading to potential frustration.
- roles: End Users, Help Desk Staff
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/defender-endpoint/android-configure-mam, https://learn.microsoft.com/defender-endpoint/android-intune#set-up-microsoft-defender-in-personal-profile-on-android-enterprise-in-byod-mode
Increased Support Queries
IT support may face an increase in queries and issues from users concerned about the lack of protection for their personal profiles.
- roles: IT Support, Help Desk Staff
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/defender-endpoint/android-configure-mam, https://learn.microsoft.com/defender-endpoint/android-intune#set-up-microsoft-defender-in-personal-profile-on-android-enterprise-in-byod-mode
Compliance and Regulatory Concerns
Organizations may face compliance issues if personal data is compromised due to the lack of protection, leading to potential legal ramifications.
- roles: Compliance Officers, Data Protection Officers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/defender-endpoint/android-configure-mam, https://learn.microsoft.com/defender-endpoint/android-intune#set-up-microsoft-defender-in-personal-profile-on-android-enterprise-in-byod-mode
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