MC1248393 – M365 Change Digest

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Outlook Mobile adds a new 'Follow' RSVP option for meetings, helping users stay informed; rollout starts mid-June 2026 and requires no admin action.

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Summary

Outlook Mobile will add a "Follow" RSVP option for meetings with two or more participants, rolling out mid-June to mid-July 2026. It prompts organizers to record meetings and sends updates to followers. The feature is on by default, requires no admin action, and changes the RSVP menu layout.

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Updated May 13, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.

[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-June 2026 (previously mid-May) and is expected to complete by mid-July 2026 (previously end of May).

[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.

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