Microsoft has announced a new security feature for its Teams platform aimed at preventing unauthorized screen captures during meetings. Set to roll out globally in July 2025, this “Prevent Screen Capture” feature will be available on Teams desktop applications for both Windows and Mac, as well as on mobile applications for iOS and Android.
According to Microsoft’s Microsoft 365 roadmap, the feature is designed to address concerns over unauthorized screen captures during meetings. If a user attempts to take a screenshot, the meeting window will turn black, thereby protecting sensitive information shared during the session.
To further safeguard content, users joining meetings from unsupported platforms will be automatically placed in audio-only mode, ensuring that sensitive visuals are not exposed.
While this feature enhances security, Microsoft acknowledges that it cannot prevent all forms of content capture.
For instance, individuals could still use external devices, like cameras, to photograph the screen. Details regarding whether this feature will be enabled by default or require activation by meeting organizers or administrators have not been disclosed.
This development aligns with broader industry trends focusing on privacy and data protection. For example, Meta recently introduced an “Advanced Chat Privacy” feature in WhatsApp, which blocks attempts to save shared media and export chat content in private and group conversations.
In addition to the screen capture prevention feature, Microsoft plans to roll out other updates in June 2025, including town hall screen privilege management for Teams Rooms on Windows, interactive BizChat/Copilot Studio agents in meetings and one-on-one calls, and a Copilot feature to generate audio overviews of transcribed meetings.
These enhancements reflect Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to improving security and user experience within its collaboration tools.
