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Roadmap ID

561208

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Jul 28, 2026

Published May 5, 2026

Status

In development

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Platforms

Web

Service

Microsoft Purview

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In development
General Availability
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Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant)

Cloud

Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant)
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RM561208 - Microsoft Purview: Data Lifecycle Management – Archive OneDrive and SharePoint files under retention

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With the introduction ofWe are introducing file archiving support in SharePoint Online, utilizing this feature administrators are looking tocan seamlessly include archiving actions within their existing data retention policies. This means that, in addition to keeping or deleting data, admins want tocan now leverage Purview DLM to archive files according to organizational requirements, ensuring comprehensive governance across all stages of the content lifecycle in SPO.SharePoint Online. Retention based file archiving moves inactive content to low-cost storage, lowering costs with no compromise on Compliance, keeping data discoverable and making Copilot results highly relevant.

GA date: SeptemberOctober CY2026

Preview date: AugustSeptember CY2026

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With the introduction of file archiving support in SharePoint Online, administrators are looking to seamlessly include archiving actions within their existing data retention policies. This means that, in addition to keeping or deleting data, admins want to now leverage Purview DLM to archive files according to organizational requirements, ensuring comprehensive governance across all stages of the content lifecycle in SPO. Retention based file archiving moves inactive content to low-cost storage, lowering costs with no compromise on Compliance, keeping data discoverable and making Copilot results highly relevant.

GA date: September CY2026

Preview date: August CY2026