MC1297983 - Exchange admin dashboard adds provider list export for Actionable Messages

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Service

Microsoft 365 apps

Published

May 1, 2026

Tag

New feature
User impact
Admin impact

Summary

Starting early May 2026, Exchange admins can view and export organization-scoped Outlook Actionable Messages providers via the admin dashboard for auditing and documentation. This feature requires no configuration, won't affect users, and will be available by default after rollout. No action is needed to prepare.

More information

Introduction

We are introducing a new capability in the Outlook Actionable Messages admin dashboard that will help Exchange administrators improve visibility into Actionable Messages providers registered in their organization. This update will support auditing, documentation, and operational readiness by making provider information easier to review and export.

When this will happen

General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out this change in early May 2026 and expect to complete rollout by mid‑May 2026.

How this affects your organization

Who is affected

  • Exchange administrators who manage Outlook Actionable Messages
  • Organizations that use organization‑scoped registered providers for Actionable Messages

What will happen

  • Exchange administrators will be able to view a list of organization‑scoped registered Actionable Messages providers in the Outlook Actionable Messages admin dashboard: 

    user settings

  • Administrators will be able to download (export) the provider list for offline review, auditing, or documentation purposes.
  • The feature will be available by default after rollout.
  • No configuration changes will be required.
  • Existing provider registrations will not be modified.
  • There will be no impact to users, and Actionable Messages behavior in Outlook will remain unchanged.

What you can do to prepare

No action will be required.

Optionally, after rollout:

  • Review your organization‑scoped Actionable Messages providers using the admin dashboard.
  • Use the downloaded provider list for audit, documentation, or operational readiness purposes.
  • Update internal administrative documentation to reference this new dashboard capability.

Learn more: Actionable messages in Outlook and Office 365 Groups | Outlook | Microsoft Learn

Compliance considerations

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