In this post, I will show you how to exclude new teams from new installations. Admins who don’t want new Teams included with Microsoft 365 Apps on devices running Windows can exclude it.

Starting in late August 2024, new Teams will automatically install with new and existing installations of Microsoft 365 Apps on Windows. According to Microsoft, the new Teams app is faster and enables users to chat, meet, call, and collaborate all in one place.

Currently, users can install the new Microsoft Teams using the “Try the new Teams” toggle switch in classic Teams or by Admins bulk upgrading directly to the computers in their organization.

Install and Update Third Party Applications with Patch My PC
Install and Update Third Party Applications with Patch My PC

If your organization wants to postpone the upgrade of classic teams to new teams, you can do so through the Microsoft 365 apps admin center.

Exclude new Teams from new installations

Here are the steps to exclude new teams from new installations on Windows devices in your organization:

Step 1: First, sign in to the Microsoft 365 Apps admin center (https://config.office.com) with an admin account.

Sign in to the Microsoft 365 Apps admin center
Sign in to the Microsoft 365 Apps admin center

Step 2: Go to Customization > Device Configuration > Modern Apps Settings.

Exclude new Teams from new installations
Exclude new Teams from new installations

Step 3: Select Microsoft Teams (work or school), then clear the Enable automatic installation of new Microsoft Teams check box. Click Save.

Exclude new Teams from new installations
Exclude new Teams from new installations

Still Need Help?

If you need further assistance on the above article or want to discuss other technical issues, check out some of these options.

Prajwal Desai

Prajwal Desai is a technology expert and 10 time Dual Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional) with a focus on Microsoft Intune, SCCM, Windows 365, Enterprise Mobility, and Windows. He is a renowned author, speaker, & community leader, known for sharing his expertise & knowledge through his blog, YouTube, conferences, webinars etc.