Outlook Mobile: Follow a meeting option

Outlook Mobile will introduce a "Follow" option for meetings starting mid-March 2026, allowing users to stay informed without attending. It appears in the RSVP menu, is on by default, and prompts organizers to record meetings or send follow-ups. No admin action is required.

[Introduction]

We’re introducing a new Follow option for meetings in Outlook Mobile.  This feature helps users stay informed when they cannot attend by prompting organizers to record the meeting and by ensuring followers receive key updates and follow‑up items.

[When this will happen]

General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in mid‑March 2026 and is expected to complete by mid‑April 2026.

[How this affects your organization]

Who is affected

• All users who schedule or respond to meetings in Outlook Mobile. Attendees will only see the option to respond with Follow if a meeting has two or more participants and when the organizer has requested responses.

What will happen

• A new Follow option will appear as the third option in the mobile RSVP menu. To select “Maybe,” tap the three dots ... : 

  

• The Maybe RSVP option will move into the overflow menu:  

  

• The No response option will move to the second position in the RSVP list.
• The feature will be on by default for all tenants.
• Organizers may receive prompts to record the meeting or address follow‑up items when attendees choose to Follow.
• No changes to existing Outlook or Exchange Online admin policies.

[What you can do to prepare]

No admin action is required.

Optional steps:

• Notify helpdesk and support teams about the updated RSVP options and UI behavior.
• Update internal end‑user documentation if your organization provides guidance for meeting responses.

Learn more: Follow a meeting in Outlook | Microsoft Support

[Compliance considerations]

No compliance considerations identified. Review as appropriate for your organization.