(Updated) Copilot settings in classic Outlook for Windows

(Updated) Copilot settings in classic Outlook for Windows

Copilot settings will be added to classic Outlook for Windows under the File menu, allowing users to manage Copilot directly, including turning it on or off. Rollout begins June 2026 with general availability by August. No changes to licensing or admin controls; no action required.

2026-08-07T22:24:12.743Z

Updated message,New feature,User impact

<p></p><p></p><p>Updated August 7, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.&nbsp;</p><p><b>[What and Why:]</b></p><p>Copilot settings are being added to <b>classic Outlook for Windows</b>, allowing users to view and manage Copilot directly from the <b>File </b>menu, including the option to turn Copilot on or off. This change brings Copilot settings into the application where Copilot is used and does not change Copilot licensing, eligibility, or admin controls.</p><p>This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID <a href="https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&amp;searchterms=561491" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-family: sans-serif; font-weight: 400;">561491</a>.</p><p><b>[Rollout Schedule:]</b></p><ul><li>Public Preview (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out in <b>early June 2026</b> and expect to complete by <b>mid-June 2026</b>.</li><li>General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out in <b>early July 2026</b> and expect to complete by <b>end of August 2026</b> (previously&nbsp;late July).</li></ul><p><b>[Impact on Your Organization:]</b></p><p><b>Who is affected:</b></p><ul><li>Users with Microsoft 365 Copilot capabilities </li><li>IT admins and helpdesk teams who support Outlook or Copilot users</li></ul><p><b>Platforms / Services:</b></p><ul><li>Classic Outlook for Windows</li><li>Microsoft Copilot</li></ul><p><b>What will happen:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>Users with Copilot access in classic Outlook for Windows will see a new Copilot settings entry under the <b>File </b>menu.</li><li>Users can:<ul><li>Access Copilot settings directly within Outlook</li><li>Turn Copilot on or off for their own experience</li></ul></li><li>There are <b>no changes to</b>:<ul><li>Copilot licensing or eligibility requirements</li><li>Existing admin controls or tenant-level policies</li></ul></li><li>The feature does not enable Copilot for users who do not already have access.</li></ul><p><b>[Action Required / Recommendations:]</b></p><ul><li><b>No action is required</b> to prepare for this feature. </li><li>Consider notifying helpdesk and support staff that Copilot settings are now available in the Outlook File menu.</li><li>Update internal documentation if you provide user guidance for Copilot in Outlook.</li></ul><b>[Compliance considerations:]</b><p></p><p>Users can turn Copilot on or off directly from the application settings experience.</p><p></p><p></p>