MC1173926 – M365 Change Digest

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Teams now supports audio-only meeting recordings, letting users record just audio while cameras remain on, enhancing privacy and flexibility across all Teams platforms.

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Microsoft Teams will introduce audio-only recording for meetings and calls starting early October 2025, allowing users to record just audio while keeping cameras on. This feature requires no admin setup, maintains current policies, and enhances privacy without compliance impact. No user action is needed.

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[Introduction]

We're excited to announce that the convenience recording feature in Microsoft Teams is now expanding to include support for Audio-only recording in meetings and calls. With this new functionality, users can now keep their cameras on during meetings while opting to record only the audio, offering a more comfortable and convenient recording experience.

This new feature provides a valuable option for users by enhancing efficiency and accuracy in documenting meetings and calls. It alleviates concerns about facial information exposure when recording is necessary, offering a more privacy-conscious approach to recording meetings.

This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop, Teams for Mac desktop, Teams for the web, and Teams for iOS/Android.

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[When this will happen:]

General Availability (Worldwide): rollout will begin in early October 2025 and is expected to complete by late November 2025.

[How this affects your organization:]

Who is affected: All Microsoft Teams users in commercial environments.
What will happen:

By default, recordings will continue to capture video and audio. Users can now choose the new Audio-only option from the recording drop-down menu.

No admin configuration is required; the feature integrates into existing workflows.
No impact to current recording policies or compliance settings.

[What you can do to prepare:]

No action is required. However, you may choose to:

Inform helpdesk staff about the new recording option.
Update internal documentation if you reference recording workflows in Teams.
Review user training materials to reflect this new option.

Learn more: Teams Meeting Recording Overview

[Compliance considerations:]

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

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