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MC1173204: Microsoft Copilot Notebooks will be available to 13-17 year-olds

By: Author Alex Lim

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Summary

  • Copilot Notebooks feature will be available to 13–17 year-olds with Microsoft 365 Copilot plans and Entra ID accounts.
  • Eligible users will have access to the feature in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app and OneNote app across multiple platforms.
  • The feature will be turned ON by default for all eligible users, with existing admin policies still applicable.
  • Admins can use Cloud Policy to restrict access for younger users.
  • Organizations should review Cloud Policy settings and communicate this change to support staff.

Admin Impact: Low
User Impact: Low
Release Start: 15 Nov 2025
Release End: 30 Nov 2025
Services: M365 Copilot
Category: Stay informed
Tags: Feature Update, User Adoption, Admin Action

History

10/16/2025 Item Added to Message Center

Microsoft Message

Introduction

Microsoft is expanding availability of the Copilot Notebooks feature to younger users. Previously limited to users aged 18 and older, this update allows 13–17 year-olds with Microsoft 365 Copilot plans and Entra ID accounts to use Copilot Notebooks across supported platforms.

This message is associated with Roadmap ID 510105.

When this will happen

Rollout will begin mid-November 2025 and is expected to complete by late November 2025.

How this affects your organization

Who is affected: Organizations with 13–17 year-old users (e.g., students) who have Microsoft 365 Copilot plans and Entra ID accounts.

What will happen:

  • Copilot Notebooks will become available to eligible 13–17 year-old users.
  • The feature will be accessible in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app and OneNote app across Web, Windows, Mac, iOS, iPadOS, and Android.
  • By default, the feature will be ON for all eligible users.
  • Existing admin policies will continue to apply.
  • Admins can restrict access using Cloud Policy.

What you can do to prepare

  • Review and configure your organization’s Cloud Policy settings to manage access for younger users: Configure Copilot Notebooks access.
  • Communicate this change to helpdesk and education support staff.
  • Update internal documentation if you include guidance on Copilot Notebooks.

Compliance considerations

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