MC1458481 - Improved OneDrive experience in Apple Files app

Updated August 28, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience. 

What and Why:

We're improving the OneDrive integration with the Apple Files app on iOS to provide a more reliable file experience, including clearer upload status and progress indicators.

As part of this update, OneDrive Shared and SharePoint Libraries locations that users can access only with read-only permissions will no longer appear in the Apple Files app. Users will continue to have access to this content through the OneDrive mobile app.

Users who want to access shared content and libraries in the Apple Files app can use Add to OneDrive. Content added to OneDrive will continue to appear in the Apple Files app and can be edited when users have the appropriate permissions.

Rollout Schedule:

• General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in mid-August 2026 and is expected to complete by early November 2026 (previously mid-September 2026.September).

Impact on Your Organization:

Who is affected

• Users who access OneDrive shared content or SharePoint libraries through the Apple Files app on iOS devices.

Platforms and Services

• OneDrive for iOS
• Apple Files app on iOS
• SharePoint Online libraries

What will happen

• Read-only shared locations and library locations will no longer appear in the Apple Files app.
• Users will continue to be able to access this content in the OneDrive mobile app.
• Users can use Add to OneDrive to continue accessing shared content and libraries from the Apple Files app.
• Content added to OneDrive will remain available through the Apple Files app.
• Users with the required permissions will continue to be able to edit content added to OneDrive.

Action Required / Recommendations:

No admin action is required.

We recommend informing users who access shared content or SharePoint libraries through the Apple Files app on iOS that:

• Read-only shared and library locations will no longer appear in the Apple Files app after this rollout.
• They can continue accessing this content through the OneDrive mobile app.
• They can use Add to OneDrive if they want content to appear in the Apple Files app.

Compliance Considerations:

No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization.