New IT admin policy: Remove Microsoft Copilot app
Improve user experience with a single Microsoft Copilot app to use on any given device. The new RemoveMicrosoftCopilotApp policy setting allows you to uninstall Copilot from devices in your organization in a non-disruptive way. It only applies to devices and users that meet the following conditions: Microsoft 365 Copilot is also installed. Copilot wasn’t installed by the user. Copilot wasn’t launched in the last 28 days. It’s available as a Policy CSP and Group Policy. When will this happen: The policy is broadly available as of April 14, 2026. It’s part of the April 2026 Windows security update and later. How this will affect your organization: This policy simplifies the user experience by providing a single Copilot app to use on any given device. What you need to do to prepare: No action is needed if your organization prefers the default experience and allows users to use Copilot by choice. For scenarios that meet the conditions and require you to remove Copilot from organizational devices, set this policy as described in Additional information. You’ll need at least the April 2026 Windows security update to get this policy. Users will still have the option to reinstall Copilot if they choose to. Additional information: Learn more at WindowsAI Policy CSP. Get the April 14, 2026—KB5083769 (OS Builds 26200.8246 and 26100.8246) security update. Message ID: MC1289507
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