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MC1152318 - New filtering capability for SharePoint Embedded containers using sensitivity labels

Message ID

MC1152318

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Service

SharePoint Online

Published

Sep 12, 2025

Tag

Major change
New feature
Admin impact

Summary

SharePoint Embedded will introduce a new default filtering feature by sensitivity labels for containers, rolling out worldwide from late October to November 2025. Admins can better organize containers without impacting user workflows. Organizations should review label taxonomies and update documentation accordingly.

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Introduction

To enhance compliance management, SharePoint Embedded now supports filtering containers by sensitivity label. This update enables administrators to more effectively organize and manage containers based on their sensitivity classification, aligning with organizational data governance needs.

When this will happen:

General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in late October 2025 and is expected to complete by late November 2025.

How this affects your organization:

Who is affected:
Admins managing SharePoint Embedded containers.

What will happen:

  • A new filter option will be available to sort containers by sensitivity label.
  • This feature will be ON by default for all tenants.
  • Existing sensitivity label configurations will be respected.
  • No impact to user workflows unless admins take action to apply filters.
What you can do to prepare:
  • Review your current sensitivity label taxonomy to ensure it aligns with container management goals.
  • Communicate this update to SharePoint Embedded admins and helpdesk staff.
  • Update internal documentation if you reference container filtering capabilities.
  • Learn more about sensitivity labels in SharePoint Embedded
Compliance considerations:
No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization.