Description
We are introducing file archiving support in SharePoint Online, utilizing this feature administrators can seamlessly include archiving actions within their existing data retention policies. This means that, in addition to keeping or deleting data, admins can now leverage Purview DLM to archive files according to organizational requirements, ensuring comprehensive governance across all stages of the content lifecycle in SharePoint Online. Retention based file archiving moves inactive content to low-cost storage, lowering costs with no compromise on Compliance, keeping data discoverable and making Copilot results highly relevant.
Change History
August 26, 2026 at 12:00 AM
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Release Date
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September CY2026
New
October CY2026
Modified Date
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2026-08-04T22:45:42.000Z
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2026-08-25T23:13:41.000Z
August 5, 2026 at 12:00 AM
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Title
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Microsoft Purview: Data Lifecycle Management – Archive OneDrive and SharePoint files under retention
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Microsoft Purview: Data Lifecycle Management – Archive SharePoint files under retention
Description
Previous
With the introduction of file archiving support in SharePoint Online, administrators are looking to seamlessly include archiving actions within their existing data retention policies. This means that, in addition to keeping or deleting data, admins want to now leverage Purview DLM to archive files according to organizational requirements, ensuring comprehensive governance across all stages of the content lifecycle in SPO. Retention based file archiving moves inactive content to low-cost storage, lowering costs with no compromise on Compliance, keeping data discoverable and making Copilot results highly relevant.
New
We are introducing file archiving support in SharePoint Online, utilizing this feature administrators can seamlessly include archiving actions within their existing data retention policies. This means that, in addition to keeping or deleting data, admins can now leverage Purview DLM to archive files according to organizational requirements, ensuring comprehensive governance across all stages of the content lifecycle in SharePoint Online. Retention based file archiving moves inactive content to low-cost storage, lowering costs with no compromise on Compliance, keeping data discoverable and making Copilot results highly relevant.
Modified Date
Previous
2026-07-28T22:43:45.000Z
New
2026-08-04T22:45:42.000Z
July 29, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Updated
Description
Previous
Retention based file archiving moves inactive content to low-cost storage, lowering costs without compromising on Compliance - while keeping data discoverable and Copilot results highly relevant.
New
With the introduction of file archiving support in SharePoint Online, administrators are looking to seamlessly include archiving actions within their existing data retention policies. This means that, in addition to keeping or deleting data, admins want to now leverage Purview DLM to archive files according to organizational requirements, ensuring comprehensive governance across all stages of the content lifecycle in SPO. Retention based file archiving moves inactive content to low-cost storage, lowering costs with no compromise on Compliance, keeping data discoverable and making Copilot results highly relevant.
Modified Date
Previous
2026-07-20T22:37:15.000Z
New
2026-07-28T22:43:45.000Z
July 21, 2026 at 12:00 AM
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Release Date
Previous
August CY2026
New
September CY2026
Modified Date
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2026-06-10T23:00:02.000Z
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2026-07-20T22:37:15.000Z
June 11, 2026 at 12:00 AM
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Release Date
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June CY2026
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August CY2026
Release Phase
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General Availability
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General Availability, Preview
Modified Date
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2026-05-05T23:00:02.000Z
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2026-06-10T23:00:02.000Z
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