Microsoft 365 Message Center item MC1152323

MC1152323 - (Updated) Microsoft 365 Copilot Apps installation on devices with Microsoft 365 Apps

Starting June 2026, Microsoft 365 Copilot app will auto-install on Windows devices with Microsoft 365 apps, unless admins opt out. Rollout runs mid-June to mid-July. No changes for EEA customers. Inform users beforehand; no compliance issues identified.

Message Center ID

MC1152323

Category

plan For Change

Severity

normal

Services

Microsoft 365 apps, Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat

Tags

Updated message, Feature update, User impact, Admin impact

Published

2025-09-12

Last updated

2026-06-15

Expires

2026-08-28

Updated June 15, 2026: We have updated the content and timeline. Thank you for your patience.  Starting June 2026, we will resume the automatic installation of the Microsoft 365 Copilot app to eligible devices with the Microsoft 365 desktop apps. This change simplifies access to Copilot and ensures users can easily discover and engage with productivity-enhancing features.When this will happenGeneral Availability: Rollout begins in mid-June 2026 and completes by mid-JulyHow this affects your organizationThe Microsoft 365 Copilot app will be automatically installed on Windows devices that have Microsoft 365 desktop apps, unless administrators opt out.On devices where the app is already installed, no visible change will occur.The app installation is enabled by default and does not require user interaction.This change does not apply to customers in the European Economic Area (EEA).What you can do to prepareBefore deploying, inform users about the upcoming change to avoid surprises and improve adoption.No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization.