Podcasts is being retired in Copilot app starting on August 18, 2026

Podcasts is being retired in the Copilot app for consumers starting on August 18, 2026. After that date, Podcasts will no longer be available and previously created podcasts will not be accessible.

We understand customers used this feature and want to help answer common questions about the change.

Frequently Asked Questions​

What happened to Podcasts in Copilot, and why is it no longer available?​

Podcasts is being retired from Copilot and will no longer be available after August 18, 2026. After retirement, customers will no longer be able to create or access Podcasts in Copilot. We understand that some customers used this feature and appreciate the feedback we receive about Copilot experiences.

Who is affected?​

Anyone who used Podcasts in Copilot is affected by this change. Podcasts will no longer be available to either free or paid customers after retirement.

When will Podcasts be retired?​

Podcasts will be retired on August 18, 2026. After that date, the feature will no longer be available in Copilot.

Can I still access podcasts I created before the feature was retired?​

No. After Podcasts is retired, previously created podcasts will no longer be available.

Can I export or save previously created podcasts?​

No. Podcasts could only be accessed within Copilot and did not include an option to export or save them outside the experience. After Podcasts is retired, previously created podcasts will no longer be available.

I shared a podcast link with someone. Will it still work after Podcasts is retired?​

No. After Podcasts is retired, podcast links and previously created podcasts will no longer be accessible.

Does this affect my Microsoft 365 subscription?​

Podcasts is only one feature within the broader Copilot experience. Your subscription continues to include access to the other features and benefits available with your plan.