Microsoft Teams will introduce centralized channel notification settings, allowing users to manage all channel notifications from one location. This feature, enabled by default, rolls out worldwide in October 2026, preserves existing settings, requires no admin action, and aims to simplify notification management.
We are introducing centralized notification settings for channels in Microsoft Teams. Users will have a single location to view and manage notification preferences across their channels instead of configuring settings individually for each channel. This simplifies notification management and reduces the effort required to review and update settings.
Microsoft 365 Message Center ID: MC1466307
Last Modified: September 3, 2026
Category: Stay informed
Tags: New feature, User impact
Status: Launched
Products & Platforms: Microsoft Teams
Rollout schedule
- Targeted Release: Beginning early October 2026 and expected to complete by early October 2026
- General Availability (Worldwide): Beginning early October 2026 and expected to complete by late October 2026
Impact on your organization
Who is affected
- All Microsoft Teams users
Platforms/Services
- Microsoft Teams desktop and web
What will happen
- Users will be able to access centralized channel notification settings in Microsoft Teams settings at Settings > Notifications and activity > Manage channel notifications.
- Notification settings will be organized in a team-to-channel hierarchy.
- Users will be able to review and update notification preferences for individual channels from a single location.
- Users will be able to filter channels to identify those with customized notification settings.
- The feature will be enabled by default.
- Existing channel notification settings will be preserved.
- No changes will be made to existing admin policies or tenant configurations.
Action Required/Recommendations
No admin action is required.
We recommend:
- Informing users about this new capability.
- Updating internal Teams guidance or training materials if they include instructions for managing channel notifications.
Compliance considerations
No compliance considerations identified. Review as appropriate for your organization.