This article lists some updates and frequently asked questions about changes to Microsoft cloud storage and end of support for personalized email address in Microsoft 365.
Update on changes to OneDrive photo albums
On August 31, 2023, we began to communicate an upcoming update to our cloud storage infrastructure that would result in a change in how OneDrive photos and photo albums data is counted against your overall cloud storage quota.
This change was scheduled to start rolling out on October 16, 2023. Based on the feedback we received, we have adjusted our approach, we will no longer roll out this update.
We will maintain the current photo album experience, as it is today.
Changes to cloud storage
From February 1, 2023, cloud storage used across Microsoft 365 apps and services includes Outlook.com attachments data and OneDrive data. All data will continue to be protected with Microsoft’s comprehensive set of security features.
This update may reduce how much cloud storage you have available to use with your OneDrive.
Important: If you exceed your Microsoft storage:
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you won’t be able to upload, edit, or sync new files (such as Camera Roll) to your OneDrive,
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you won't be able to send or receive email in Outlook.com.
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after 6 months, we may delete your OneDrive and all files within it.
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Read What happens if you exceed your Microsoft storage quota for more information.
Your Microsoft storage quota applies to your personal Microsoft account and includes:
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OneDrive files and photos, for example:
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Personal files you store, upload and sync from your computer or mobile device, such as Office documents.
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Mobile camera roll, screenshots and other files and photos which have been saved to your OneDrive.
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Items in your Recycle Bin
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Outlook.com attachments and email in-line images.
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Microsoft Teams message attachments & recordings.
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Loop meeting notes and Ideas files.
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Images that are part of your Designer projects.
As these storage changes gradually roll out, you can check your storage usage and quotas by signing in to your Microsoft account and checking the Microsoft storage area of your account dashboard.
Tip: If you only sign in with a mobile or cell phone number, you should check your storage in OneDrive.
Learn more about how Microsoft storage works.
Changes to personalized email addresses in Outlook.com
Starting November 30, 2023, Microsoft 365 Personal or Microsoft 365 Family subscribers will no longer be able to create a new email address for any personalized domain associated with their Outlook.com mailbox.
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If you already have a personalized email address in Outlook.com, nothing will change, and you can continue using it without any disruption in service. However, you will need to keep your personalized email address setup in Outlook.
After November 30, 2023, if you remove your personalized email address from your Outlook.com account, you will not be able to add it back. The feature will no longer be available to you.
After November 30, 2023, Microsoft 365 Personal or Microsoft 365 Family subscribers who remove their personalized email address from their Outlook.com account will not be able to add it back. The feature will no longer be available to you.
If you change your mind and would like to use Outlook with a personalized email address, you will have to consider switching to one of our Microsoft 365 Business plans.
Microsoft 365 subscribers get exclusive access to these Outlook.com premium features.
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Advanced email security. As a Microsoft 365 subscriber, you get enhanced security tools that help protect your inbox from phishing and malware. Learn more about advanced Outlook.com security for subscribers.
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Email encryption. Outlook.com includes encryption and prevent forwarding features that ensure your confidential and personal information you share via email stays encrypted and doesn’t leave Microsoft 365. This is useful when you don’t trust the recipient’s email provider to be secure. Learn more about encrypted messages.
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Ad-free interface. Microsoft 365 subscribers enjoy an ad-free Outlook.com mailbox.
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Larger mailbox storage. Microsoft 365 subscribers get 100 GB of email storage as a subscription benefit. You'll have 100 GB of email storage at your disposal.
Note: 100 GB is not available to Microsoft 365 trial subscribers. The increased storage only becomes available shortly after a paid subscription starts.
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Premium support. Microsoft 365 subscriptions include premium customer support, so if you need to contact Microsoft for help, you'll get our highest level of service.
Learn more about Microsoft 365 premium features.
No. You can continue to create aliases for your Outlook.com mailbox, and add other email addresses as an alternate way to sign in.
Learn more about your subscription
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Your Microsoft 365 subscription benefits include premium versions of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, 1 TB of OneDrive cloud storage to back up files and photos, advanced security protection in OneDrive and Outlook, and the ability to contact support via chat or phone at no extra cost throughout your subscription term, plus more.
Please refer to Find out when your Microsoft 365 subscription expires.
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Go to your Services & subscriptions page.
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If prompted, choose Sign in and enter the Microsoft account email and password associated with your Microsoft 365 subscription.
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Click on the Manage button, if your subscription was purchased through Microsoft, you will see options to manage your subscription, otherwise you will be taken the website of the third-party retailer where you purchased your subscription.
If you do not wish to continue your Microsoft 365 subscription, visit Cancel a Microsoft 365 subscription for instructions.
If you purchased a Microsoft 365 subscription with recurring billing from a third-party retailer instead of the Microsoft Store, contact the third-party retailer directly to cancel your subscription.
