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MC1217997 — Microsoft Teams: Automatic removal of EXIF data from shared images

MC1217997Microsoft TeamsstayInformedUpdated: 18 May 2026

Microsoft Teams will automatically remove EXIF metadata from images shared in chats and channels starting early 2026 to enhance privacy. The image content remains unchanged, no admin action is needed, and users can share images with EXIF data via OneDrive links. Rollout completes by mid-June 2026.

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Applies to: Microsoft Teams
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