MC791110 – (Updated) Microsoft Purview | Data Lifecycle Management: New integration with Adaptive protection

Product:

Exchange, Microsoft 365 suite, OneDrive, Purview, Purview Communication Compliance, Purview compliance portal, Purview Insider Risk Management, SharePoint

Platform:

US Instances, Web, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

Admin impact, New feature, Updated message

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392839

Details:

Summary:
Microsoft Purview will publicly preview integration of Adaptive protection with Data Lifecycle Management in June 2024, automatically retaining deleted content from elevated risk users for 120 days. After rollout, enabling Adaptive protection activates this feature with no manual retention label management needed. General availability is set for June 2026.

Details:
Updated October 24, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Purview: We are announcing the public preview of the integration of Adaptive protection with Data Lifecycle Management (DLM) to help you find the right balance to protect against data sabotage while enabling productivity. This new integration leverages DLM features to provide an additional control for Adaptive protection that automatically preserves items deleted by a user with an elevated risk level, so items can be restored if needed.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 392839.
[When this will happen:]
Public preview: We will begin rolling out in late June 2024 (previously early May) and expect to complete by late July 2024 (previously mid-July).
General Availability: We will begin rolling out late June 2026 (previously early February 2026) and expect to complete by late June 2026 (previously early February 2026).

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General Availability, Preview

Created:
2024-05-08

updated:
2025-10-25

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Direct effects for Operations**

Data Loss Risk
Without preparation, users may inadvertently delete important data, which will be retained for only 120 days, leading to potential data loss if not restored in time.
   - roles: Data Administrators, Compliance Officers
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/retention#dynamically-mitigate-the-risk-of-accidental-or-malicious-deletes, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=392839

User Confusion
Users may be unaware of the automatic retention policy, leading to confusion about data deletion and recovery processes, impacting their productivity.
   - roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/retention#dynamically-mitigate-the-risk-of-accidental-or-malicious-deletes, https://compliance.microsoft.com/

Compliance Issues
Failure to communicate the changes may result in non-compliance with data retention regulations, as users may not follow the new protocols for data management.
   - roles: Compliance Officers, Legal Advisors
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/retention#dynamically-mitigate-the-risk-of-accidental-or-malicious-deletes, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=392839

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Enhanced Data Protection
The integration of Adaptive protection with Data Lifecycle Management (DLM) allows for automatic retention of deleted content from elevated risk users, significantly enhancing data protection without manual intervention. This ensures that critical data is preserved and can be restored if needed, mitigating risks associated with data loss.
   - next-steps: Evaluate current data protection policies and align them with the new DLM features. Train relevant staff on the implications of this integration and its operational impact.
   - roles: IT Security Manager, Compliance Officer, Data Governance Lead
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/retention#dynamically-mitigate-the-risk-of-accidental-or-malicious-deletes, https://compliance.microsoft.com/

Streamlined IT Operations
The automatic application of retention labels reduces the administrative burden on IT teams, allowing them to focus on higher-value tasks rather than manual policy management. This can lead to improved operational efficiency and reduced workload for IT staff.
   - next-steps: Identify current manual processes that can be automated with the new features. Develop a plan to transition to the automated system and provide training for IT staff on new workflows.
   - roles: IT Administrator, Operations Manager, Compliance Officer
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=392839, https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/retention#dynamically-mitigate-the-risk-of-accidental-or-malicious-deletes " target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/retention#dynamically-mitigate-the-risk-of-accidental-or-malicious-deletes

Improved User Experience
By automating retention label management, users will experience fewer disruptions and less confusion regarding data retention policies. This can lead to a smoother workflow and enhanced productivity, as users will not need to manage or be concerned about retention labels.
   - next-steps: Communicate the changes to users and provide documentation or training on how these new policies will affect their daily tasks. Gather feedback post-implementation to assess user satisfaction.
   - roles: End Users, Department Managers, HR Managers
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/retention#dynamically-mitigate-the-risk-of-accidental-or-malicious-deletes, https://compliance.microsoft.com/

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