check before: 2026-03-01
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Microsoft Viva, Microsoft Viva Glint
Platform:
Online, Web, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
New feature, User impact, Admin impact
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Details:
Summary:
Viva Glint will default Copilot to ON and remove its internal toggles, using Viva Feature Access Management (VFAM) as the sole control for Copilot access starting March 2026. Admins must manage access via VFAM; users see Copilot by default if they have Glint permissions. No M365 Copilot license is needed.
Details:
[Introduction]
We are simplifying how your organization manages Copilot access in Viva Glint. Viva Glint will now use Viva Feature Access Management (VFAM) as the single control plane for Copilot access, consistent with other Microsoft Copilot experiences. As part of this change, the existing Glint service‑level Copilot toggles will be removed, and Copilot will default to ON at the Glint service level.
This removes unnecessary admin friction caused by the current dual‑gate model and ensures a clearer, more consistent governance experience across Microsoft 365.
This message is associated with Roadmap ID 551197.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in early March 2026 and is expected to complete by late March 2026.
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Created:
2026-01-27
updated:
2026-01-27
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft is introducing Viva Feature Access Management (VFAM) to streamline access to Copilot within Viva Glint by consolidating control into a single system, eliminating the need for multiple permissions and simplifying management from March 2026.
Direct effects for Operations**
Default ON Setting for Copilot
Copilot will be enabled by default for all users with Glint permissions, potentially leading to unintentional usage or confusion among users who are not prepared for its functionalities.
- roles: Users with Glint permissions, Glint service admins
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/viva/glint/setup/copilot-faqs
Removal of Admin Control
Glint service admins will lose the ability to toggle Copilot settings, which may lead to frustration and increased workload if users require specific access restrictions.
- roles: Glint service admins, Global/M365/Viva Glint Tenant Admins
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/viva/feature-access-management
Increased User Dependency on VFAM
Users will rely solely on VFAM for managing Copilot access, which may lead to issues if VFAM settings are not properly configured or communicated.
- roles: Global/M365/Viva Glint Tenant Admins, Users with Glint permissions
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=551197
Potential Compliance Risks
With Copilot defaulting to ON, there may be compliance risks if organizations do not review and adjust VFAM settings accordingly, leading to unauthorized data access.
- roles: Global/M365/Viva Glint Tenant Admins, Compliance Officers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/viva/glint/setup/copilot-privacy
User Experience Disruption
Users may experience disruptions in their workflow if they are not adequately informed about the changes to Copilot access and its implications.
- roles: Users with Glint permissions, Glint service admins
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/viva/glint/setup/copilot-faqs
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