check before: 2026-04-15
Product:
Teams
Platform:
Android, iOS, Mac, Online, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
Feature Rollout Status Not Supported
Change type:
Feature update, User impact
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Summary:
Microsoft Teams will update badge counts starting mid-April 2026 to show unread, unmuted chats, personal mentions, followed threads, and tag mentions with clearer visual indicators. The feature is enabled by default, requires no admin action, and aims to simplify message notifications for all desktop and mobile users.
Details:
[Introduction]
We're updating how Microsoft Teams calculates and displays badge counts to make it easier for users to find and clear messages that contribute to their unread count. A badge count is the number displayed on the Teams app and navigation that shows how many unread messages or notifications require user attention. This update introduces clearer visual indicators and simplifies the chat and channels list.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 559612.
[When this will happen:]
Targeted Release (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in mid-April 2026 and is expected to complete by early May 2026.
General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in early May 2026 and is expected to complete by mid-May 2026.
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Created:
2026-04-03
updated:
2026-04-03
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Change in Badge Count Calculation
Users may experience confusion due to the new calculation method for badge counts, which may lead to misinterpretation of unread messages and notifications.
- roles: End Users, Helpdesk Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=559612
Removal of Mention Charms
The removal of mention charms may lead to users missing important notifications, resulting in delayed responses and potential communication breakdowns.
- roles: End Users, Team Leaders
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=559612
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