Welcome to
Teams Insider

Become a Teams Insider and be the first to
try new features in Microsoft Teams Free.

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Become a
Teams Insider

Join the program

From Teams, go to Settings and look for Teams Insider, and in a couple steps you’re ready to go.

Try the latest features

With your early access to features you’ll get to show us how to fine tune before everyone else gets to use them.

Influence the future

Give Teams feedback on what works, what doesn’t, and what you wish it had.

Who are
Teams Insiders?

People who enjoy trying new things and want to shape the way Teams works.

IT professional

Joey loves new tech and wants to influence the apps they use so they have exactly what they need.

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Creative

Ingrid, a tattoo artist that hosts a monthly drawing night for local tattooers to network and get creative together.

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Teams Insider Blog

What’s new in Teams Free | April 2025

Teams Free is evolving with updates that make collaboration more flexible and expressive, from new content indicators to multiple emoji reactions on messages. Read on to disco...

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Skype Dial Pad now available in Teams Free

As part of the Skype retirement, we’re launching the new Skype Dial Pad, which you can access in Teams Free and on the web. If you have an active Skype calling subscription ...

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What’s new in Teams Free | March 2025

We have delivered some interesting and useful improvements in Teams Free so continue reading for more details! Start instant meeting in group chat We are excited to introduc...

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What’s new in Teams Free | February 2025

We have delivered some interesting and useful improvements in Teams Free so continue reading for more details! Stay updated with the latest news using the NewsBytes app! The...

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I sign up for Teams Insider?

To join the Teams Insider program, you’ll need to go to your settings in Teams. Select Teams Insider Program > Join. The app will restart, and you’ll have access to early releases of features on all your devices when signed in to the same personal account.

What's the difference between Teams Insider Program and Teams Public Preview?

The Teams Insider Program is only for personal use in Microsoft Teams Free. Public Preview is for your work and school Teams account.

Can I leave the program once I join?

Yes, go back to your Teams settings > Teams Insider program > leave the Teams Insider program.