Low-Key Debut for Entra ID Backup and Recovery

Microsoft released the preview of the Entra ID Backup and Recovery solution to tenants on 19 March 2026. Although the software is functional in tenants, Microsoft didn’t make a big announcement. We've spent the last few days testing backup and recovery and put together the major points about the new solution, which is doubtless going to be welcomed by tenants if not by backup ISVs.