The article explains how to disable self-service purchase for Microsoft Clipchamp, a new video editor from Microsoft 365, using PowerShell commands and Group Policy settings. The article also provides the reasons why disabling self-service purchase can benefit the organization in terms of cost, compliance, security, and management.
Table of Contents
- Problem
- Solution 1: Disable self-service purchase using PowerShell
- Solution 2: Disable self-service purchase using Group Policy
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Question: What is self-service purchase?
- Question: Why disable self-service purchase?
- Question: How can I enable self-service purchase for specific products or users?
- Question: How can I view and manage the self-service purchases made by users in my organization?
- Question: How can I get support for the self-service purchases made by users in my organization?
- Summary
Problem
Microsoft Clipchamp is a new video editor from Microsoft 365 that simplifies the task of editing video clips. It allows users to create and edit professional-looking videos quickly and easily with intuitive tools and templates. However, some users may not want to use this service or may prefer to have more control over their subscriptions and billing. In this article, we will show you how to disable self-service purchase for Microsoft Clipchamp using PowerShell commands and Group Policy settings.
Solution 1: Disable self-service purchase using PowerShell
One way to disable self-service purchase for Microsoft Clipchamp or other products is to use PowerShell commands. PowerShell is a scripting language and a command-line shell that allows you to automate tasks and manage systems. You can use PowerShell to change the AllowSelfServicePurchase policy, which controls whether users can make self-service purchases in your organization.
To disable self-service purchase using PowerShell, you need to follow these steps:
Step 1: Install the MSCommerce module. This module contains the PowerShell cmdlets that you need to manage the self-service purchase settings. To install the module, open PowerShell as an administrator and run the following command:Install-Module -Name MSCommerce
Step 2: Import the MSCommerce module. To import the module, run the following command:Import-Module -Name MSCommerce
Step 3: Connect to the MSCommerce service. To connect to the service, run the following command:Connect-MSCommerce
You will be prompted to sign in with your Microsoft 365 admin credentials.
Step 4: Get the product policy details. To get the details of the product policies that you can modify, run the following command:Get-MSCommerceProductPolicies -PolicyId AllowSelfServicePurchase
You will see a table that lists the product names, product IDs, policy values, and effective dates. The policy value can be either Enabled or Disabled, indicating whether users can make self-service purchases for that product. For example, the following table shows the product policies for Microsoft Clipchamp, Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, Project, and Visio:
| ProductName | ProductId | PolicyValue | EffectiveDate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clipchamp | CFQ7TTC0KTM9 | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Power BI (free) | CFQ7TTC0L3PB | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Power Apps per app plan | CFQ7TTC0KP0N | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Power Apps per user plan | CFQ7TTC0L3MP | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Power Automate per flow plan | CFQ7TTC0L3MX | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Power Automate per user plan | CFQ7TTC0L3N0 | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Project Plan 1 | CFQ7TTC0L3P5 | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Project Plan 3 | CFQ7TTC0L3P6 | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Project Plan 5 | CFQ7TTC0L3P7 | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Visio Plan 1 | CFQ7TTC0L3P8 | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Visio Plan 2 | CFQ7TTC0L3P9 | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
Step 5: Update the product policy value. To update the policy value for a specific product, run the following command:Update-MSCommerceProductPolicy -PolicyId AllowSelfServicePurchase -ProductId <ProductId> -PolicyValue <PolicyValue>
Replace <ProductId> with the product ID that you want to modify, and replace <PolicyValue> with either Enabled or Disabled, depending on whether you want to allow or block self-service purchase for that product. For example, to disable self-service purchase for Microsoft Clipchamp, run the following command:
Update-MSCommerceProductPolicy -PolicyId AllowSelfServicePurchase -ProductId CFQ7TTC0KTM9 -PolicyValue Disabled
You will see a confirmation message that the policy value has been updated.
Step 6: Verify the product policy value. To verify that the policy value has been updated, run the following command:Get-MSCommerceProductPolicies -PolicyId AllowSelfServicePurchase
You will see the updated table that shows the new policy value for the product that you modified. For example, the following table shows that the policy value for Microsoft Clipchamp has been changed to Disabled:
| ProductName | ProductId | PolicyValue | EffectiveDate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clipchamp | CFQ7TTC0KTM9 | Disabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Power BI (free) | CFQ7TTC0L3PB | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Power Apps per app plan | CFQ7TTC0KP0N | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Power Apps per user plan | CFQ7TTC0L3MP | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Power Automate per flow plan | CFQ7TTC0L3MX | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Power Automate per user plan | CFQ7TTC0L3N0 | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Project Plan 1 | CFQ7TTC0L3P5 | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Project Plan 3 | CFQ7TTC0L3P6 | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Project Plan 5 | CFQ7TTC0L3P7 | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Visio Plan 1 | CFQ7TTC0L3P8 | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| Visio Plan 2 | CFQ7TTC0L3P9 | Enabled | 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z |
Solution 2: Disable self-service purchase using Group Policy
Another way to disable self-service purchase for Microsoft Clipchamp or other products is to use Group Policy settings. Group Policy is a feature that allows you to configure and enforce settings for users and computers in your organization. You can use Group Policy to create a policy that blocks self-service purchase for all or some of the users in your organization.
To disable self-service purchase using Group Policy, you need to follow these steps:
Step 1: Download the Administrative Templates (.admx) for Windows 10. These templates contain the Group Policy settings that you need to manage self-service purchase. To download the templates, go to Microsoft Download Center and select the latest version of the templates. Save the file to your computer and extract the contents to a folder.
Step 2: Copy the .admx and .adml files to the appropriate folders. To copy the files, you need to locate the folder where your Group Policy templates are stored. This folder is usually C:\Windows\PolicyDefinitions. If you have a central store for your Group Policy templates, you need to copy the files to the folder that is shared by all the domain controllers in your organization. This folder is usually \\<domain name>\sysvol\<domain name>\Policies\PolicyDefinitions. You need to copy the .admx files to the root of the folder, and the .adml files to the language-specific subfolders, such as en-US.
Step 3: Open the Group Policy Management Console (GPMC). To open the GPMC, you need to have the appropriate permissions and access to a domain controller or a computer that has the Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT) installed. To open the GPMC, go to Start > Windows Administrative Tools > Group Policy Management.
Step 4: Create or edit a Group Policy Object (GPO). To create or edit a GPO, you need to select the organizational unit (OU) or the domain that contains the users or computers that you want to apply the policy to. Right-click the OU or the domain and select Create a GPO in this domain, and Link it here… or Edit…, depending on whether you want to create a new GPO or edit an existing one.
Step 5: Configure the policy setting. To configure the policy setting, you need to navigate to the following path in the GPMC:Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Microsoft 365 Integration > Self Service PurchaseAlternatively, you can use the search box to find the policy setting by typing Self Service Purchase.
You will see the policy setting named Disable Self Service Purchase. Double-click the policy setting to open its properties. You will see the following options:
- Not Configured: This is the default option. It means that the policy setting is not applied and users can make self-service purchases for any product.
- Enabled: This option means that the policy setting is applied and users cannot make self-service purchases for any product.
- Disabled: This option means that the policy setting is not applied and users can make self-service purchases for any product.
To disable self-service purchase for all products, select the Enabled option and click OK.
Step 6: Apply the policy setting. To apply the policy setting, you need to close the GPMC and run the following command on the domain controller or the computer that has the RSAT installed:gpupdate /force
This command will refresh the Group Policy settings on the local computer and any computers that are affected by the GPO. You may need to restart the computers for the changes to take effect.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are some frequently asked questions related to self-service purchase and how to disable it:
Question: What is self-service purchase?
Answer: Self-service purchase is a feature that allows users to buy certain Microsoft products without the involvement of their IT department or central procurement team. Self-service purchase is available for Power Platform products (Power BI, Power Apps, and Power Automate), Project, and Visio, as well as Microsoft Clipchamp. Users can make a self-service purchase online from the product websites or from in-app purchase prompts. They can pay with a credit card and manage their own subscriptions and licenses.
Question: Why disable self-service purchase?
Answer: There are several reasons why you may want to disable self-service purchase for Microsoft Clipchamp or other products in your organization. Some of them are:
- To avoid unexpected costs and billing issues. Users who make self-service purchases are responsible for paying for them. They may not be aware of the pricing, terms, and conditions of the service. They may also forget to cancel their subscriptions or renewals, resulting in unwanted charges.
- To maintain compliance and security. Users who make self-service purchases may not follow the policies and standards of your organization. They may use unapproved or unsupported products or services that pose risks to your data and network. They may also share sensitive information or credentials with external parties without proper authorization.
- To streamline administration and management. Users who make self-service purchases may create confusion and duplication in your IT environment. They may use different versions or editions of the same product or service, resulting in compatibility and integration issues. They may also have different levels of access and permissions, making it difficult to monitor and audit their activities.
Question: How can I enable self-service purchase for specific products or users?
Answer: You cannot enable self-service purchase for specific products or users using the methods described in this article. The policy settings and the PowerShell commands apply to all products and all users in your organization. However, you can use the Microsoft 365 admin center to assign licenses to specific users for specific products. To do this, go to [this link] and follow the instructions.
Question: How can I view and manage the self-service purchases made by users in my organization?
Answer: You can use the Microsoft 365 admin center to view and manage the self-service purchases made by users in your organization. To do this, go to [this link] and follow the instructions.
Question: How can I get support for the self-service purchases made by users in my organization?
Answer: You can contact Microsoft support for any issues or questions related to the self-service purchases made by users in your organization. To do this, go to [this link] and follow the instructions.
Summary
In this article, we have learned how to disable self-service purchase for Microsoft Clipchamp, a new video editor from Microsoft 365, using PowerShell commands and Group Policy settings. We have also answered some frequently asked questions related to self-service purchase and how to disable it. By disabling self-service purchase, you can avoid unexpected costs and billing issues, maintain compliance and security, and streamline administration and management in your organization.
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