Microsoft Teams can now automatically block unwanted bots from meetings
Microsoft has released a new security feature for Teams that allows administrators to automatically block identified external bots from joining meetings. The feature, originally planned for May 2026, became available on September 23, 2026, as part of a Teams update.
The new option gives administrators the ability to manage meeting security by preventing unwanted external bots from gaining access to Teams meetings. This addition is part of Microsoft’s broader effort to expand AI capabilities across its products while maintaining security and control over collaboration environments.
The delay from the originally planned May timeline to the September release suggests that Microsoft took time to refine the feature and ensure compatibility across different deployment scenarios. This move demonstrates Microsoft’s commitment to balancing innovation with security concerns, as it continues to integrate AI and automation features into its collaboration platform while giving organizations the tools to control and manage those technologies.
With this feature now available through Teams meeting policies, administrators can set automatic rules that filter out identified external bots, providing organizations with greater control over their meeting environments and helping protect against potential security risks associated with unauthorized bot access.