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Microsoft Teams: Automatic removal of EXIF data from shared images
Teams will automatically strip EXIF metadata from images shared in conversations, preventing accidental disclosure of location data and device information. No admin action needed; this is an automatic protection applied to all image shares.
Key dates
- 2024 — rollout (Rolling out across Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, and DoD environments)
Microsoft's description
Teams will automatically remove hidden metadata (EXIF) from images shared in conversations. This privacy protection helps prevent sensitive information such as photo location and device details from being shared without your knowledge.