check before: 2026-02-28
Product:
Microsoft 365 admin center, Microsoft Viva, Microsoft Viva Engage
Platform:
Android, iOS, Online, Web, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
New feature, User impact
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Details:
Summary:
Viva Engage will introduce a new feature allowing users to hide messages from specific individuals, reducing unwanted interactions. Rolling out worldwide from late February to late March 2026, the feature is on by default but can be disabled by admins. Some roles cannot be hidden. No admin action required.
Details:
[Introduction]
We're introducing a new end-user moderation control in Viva Engage: Hide a user's messages. This feature allows users to reduce visibility of messages from specific individuals, helping minimize unwanted or distracting interactions while preserving community engagement.
This message is associated with Roadmap ID 513276.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): Rolling out late February 2026 and completing by late March 2026.
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2026-02-03
updated:
2026-02-03
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summary for non-techies**
Viva Engage is introducing a feature in February 2026 that allows users to hide messages from specific individuals, which will be enabled by default but can be disabled by administrators, ensuring important messages from leaders or admins remain visible.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Degradation
Users may experience confusion or frustration if they are unaware of the new feature, leading to misunderstandings about message visibility and engagement.
- roles: End Users, Community Managers
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=513276#Roadmap
Increased Support Requests
The introduction of the feature without prior communication may lead to an increase in support requests from users seeking assistance on how to manage hidden messages.
- roles: IT Support Staff, Help Desk Agents
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=513276#Roadmap
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