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Microsoft Message ID: MC1216263 – 2026-02-18 | (Updated) Microsoft Teams: Browser selection for links in Teams Mobile

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Summary

  • Update Overview: Microsoft is introducing a browser selection feature for the Teams Mobile app on Android and iOS. This allows users to choose their preferred browser for opening non-Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and PDF links.
  • Timeline: Rollout for all environments (Worldwide, DoD, GCC, and GCCH) is scheduled to begin and complete in late February 2026.
  • Objective: To enhance security and user experience by encouraging the use of Microsoft Edge (leveraging Single Sign-On and Copilot) while maintaining user flexibility.

Impact

  • User Experience: When a user taps a link, a “bottom sheet” pop-up will appear prompting them to select a browser. If Edge is selected but not installed, the user will be prompted to download it.
  • Default Setting: This feature will be enabled by default for all tenants.
  • In-App Settings: A new “Links in Teams” menu will be added to the Teams Mobile settings, allowing users to manage their preferences manually.
  • Administrative Control: IT Admins can control this behavior via PowerShell using the TeamsMobilityPolicy.

Action Required

  • Evaluate Policy: Determine if your organization wants to allow browser selection (default) or stick to the device’s system default browser.
  • Technical Configuration: To manage this feature, use the LinksInTeams attribute within the TeamsMobilityPolicy via PowerShell:
    • Set to OfferBrowserOptions to enable the selection prompt (Default).
    • Set to UseSystemDefaults to disable the feature and use the OS-level default browser.
  • Documentation: Update internal IT helpdesk documentation and user-facing guides to reflect the new browser selection prompt and the “Links in Teams” setting.
  • Deployment: If Microsoft Edge is preferred for corporate security (SSO/Conditional Access), ensure it is deployed to managed devices via your MDM/MAM solution.

Microsoft Official Update

Service: N/A
Category: planForChange
Severity: normal

Updated February 17, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience. 

To improve security and user experience, Teams Mobile users on Android and iOS will soon be able to choose which browser opens non‑Office and PDF links. This update encourages the use of Microsoft Edge—which supports Single Sign-On (SSO), Copilot, and enhanced security—while still allowing users to choose their preferred browser.

[When this will happen]

General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in late February 2026 and is expected to complete by late February 2026.

General Availability (DoD, GCC, and GCCH): Rollout will begin in late February 2026 and is expected to complete by late February 2026.

During rollout, we will monitor user satisfaction (DSAT), Microsoft Edge installation rates, and retention.

[How this affects your organization]

Who is affected: All users of Microsoft Teams Mobile on Android and iOS.

What will happen:

  • When users tap a non‑Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or PDF link, a pop-up will appear at the bottom of the screen (a bottom sheet) prompting them to choose a browser.
  • If Microsoft Edge is not installed and the user selects Edge, they will be prompted to download it.
  • A new Links in Teams setting will appear in Teams Mobile settings:

    • user settings

  • This feature will be enabled by default for all tenants.

Admins can manage this feature using PowerShell:

  • Policy name: TeamsMobilityPolicy
  • Attribute:LinksInTeams
  • Allowed values:
    • OfferBrowserOptions — enables the feature
    • UseSystemDefaults — disables the feature

[What you can do to prepare]

IT Admins:

  • Review and configure the LinksInTeamsattribute under TeamsMobilityPolicy via PowerShell.
  • Update internal documentation and notify helpdesk teams about the new browser-selection experience.
  • If your organization prefers to disable this feature, set LinksInTeams to UseSystemDefaults.

Users – To change your preferred browser:

  1. Tap your profile icon in the upper-left corner of the Teams Mobile app.
  2. Select Settings.
  3. Select Links in Teams.
  4. If Microsoft Edge is not installed and selected, you will be prompted to download it.

[Compliance considerations]

No compliance considerations have been identified. Review as appropriate for your organization.

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