Microsoft 365 Apps will be included in the Windows 365 Developer Configuration image

Starting mid-August 2026, Windows 365 Developer Configuration images will include Microsoft 365 Apps by default for new or reprovisioned Cloud PCs, improving developer productivity. Existing Cloud PCs remain unchanged. No action is required, but organizations should update documentation and inform support teams accordingly.

[What and Why:]

Microsoft is updating the Windows 365 Developer Configuration image to include Microsoft 365 Apps by default. This change helps developers become productive faster by providing a more complete out-of-box experience with commonly used productivity applications already installed.

Based on customer usage patterns, Microsoft is aligning the Developer Configuration image with typical developer workflows, reducing setup time and improving readiness for development environments.

[Rollout schedule:]

Rollout begins mid-August 2026, applying to new or reprovisioned Cloud PCs using the Windows 365 Developer Configuration image.

[Impact on your organization:]

Who is affected:

• Organizations using the Windows 365 Developer Configuration image.
• Windows 365 Enterprise and Windows 365 Flex Dedicated customers who provision Cloud PCs using this image.

What will happen:

The Windows 365 Developer Configuration image will include Microsoft 365 Apps by default. Any newly provisioned or reprovisioned Cloud PCs using this image will receive the apps automatically. Users will see Microsoft 365 Apps available immediately after provisioning without requiring separate installation.

Existing Cloud PCs will not be modified. Existing application management, deployment, and policy controls continue to be respected.

[Action Required/Recommendations:]

No action is required.

Recommended actions:

• Review internal documentation that references the Windows 365 Developer Configuration image and update installation expectations as needed.
• Inform support and helpdesk teams that Microsoft 365 Apps will be pre-installed on newly provisioned Developer Configuration Cloud PCs.
• Continue using existing device management and provisioning processes if your organization has specific application requirements.

Learn More:

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[Compliance Considerations]

No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization.