Microsoft Teams now has guest access on by default

Admins can still turn off guest access for Teams, but it is now switched on by default.

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What you need to know

Guest access for Microsoft Teams is now turned on by default. Until now, guest access had to be specifically turned on by an admin before people could add guests. As of February 8, 2021, Microsoft switched guest access on by default for Teams, which lines it up with other services from Office 365.

If you prefer to keep guest access off, you can easily swap it off. You just need to go into your Org-wide settings and toggle guest access off.

The switch is pretty straightforward, but Microsoft breaks it down in a Tech Community post:

The Tech Community post also answers some frequently asked questions, including clarifying that nothing will change if you already have guest access enabled.

Microsoft Teams allows you to collaborate with colleagues, upload files, send messages, and chat through video. It integrates with Office 365 and several other cloud services.

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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.