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Summary
- A new Permissions report will be available in the SharePoint admin center under Data access governance.
- The report helps identify SharePoint site access for specific users, detailing direct and group-granted permissions.
- This feature is enabled by default, requiring no additional configuration.
- SharePoint administrators should review site permissions and update relevant documentation and workflows.
Admin Impact: Low
User Impact: Low
Release Start: 16 Dec 2025
Release End: 15 Jan 2026
Services: SharePoint
Category: Stay informed
Tags: New Feature, Admin Action
History
12/15/2025 Item Added to Message Center
Microsoft Message
Introduction
We’re introducing a new Permissions report in the SharePoint admin center under Data access governance. This report helps SharePoint admins quickly identify which sites a specific user can access, including whether access is granted directly or through group membership. This feature supports investigations and permission reviews, especially before assigning Copilot licenses.
This message is associated with Roadmap ID 492621.
When this will happen
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCCH, DoD): Rollout begins mid-December 2025 and completes by mid-January 2026.
How this affects your organization
Who is affected: SharePoint administrators managing site permissions and access.
What will happen:
- A new Permissions report will be available in the SharePoint admin center under Data access governance.
- The report lists all SharePoint sites a user can access, including whether access is full-site or limited to sections.
- Access details include whether permissions were granted directly or via group membership.
- This feature is enabled by default; no additional configuration is required.
What you can do to prepare
- Review your current site permissions configuration to understand potential exposure.
- Notify your SharePoint administrators about the new portal-based access report.
- Update internal documentation and workflows to reflect this change.
Learn more: Discover sites accessible by a given user with the snapshot report
Compliance considerations
No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization.