How to Recover Deleted Emails from Microsoft 365 Mailbox

Users delete the emails either by accident or on purpose. When crucial business or personal information is lost as a result, it can lead to concern if the deletion was unintentional. Fortunately, in Exchange Online, administrators have the ability to audit email deletions and recover permanently deleted emails from a user’s mailbox. This includes emails that have been permanently deleted (purged) by a user or removed by an automated retention policy. However, these messages can only be retrieved if the deleted item... Read More Read More

How to Prevent Users from Adding OneDrive into ChatGPT

Nowadays, AI tools play a major role in optimizing work and saving time in professional lives. Many organizations encourage the use of AI tools; however, some are concerned about data security. Microsoft being partnered with ChatGPT increases its usage among Microsoft 365 users. Consequently, Microsoft OneDrive accounts, both personal and work, can be connected to ChatGPT for seamless integration and access to files. While this feature may enhance the creative work experience, admins should consider the potential risks of data... Read More Read More

New Limit for Dynamic Distribution Groups in Exchange Online

Dynamic Distribution Groups (DDGs) are mail-enabled groups used to send massive emails like announcements, and other information within a Microsoft 365 environment. It has dynamic membership capability where members have been changing automatically based on the configured conditions in the group. However, not all DDGs are used frequently in the organization and are left unused for a longer period. For efficient usage of DDGs, Microsoft has come up with a new limit for DDGs creation in a tenant. Starting April 2025,... Read More Read More

How to Manage Unique Permissions in SharePoint Online

Managing permissions in SharePoint Online is crucial for securing files and folders from unauthorized access. By default, SharePoint Online follows a structured access model through permission inheritance. However, unique permissions in SharePoint Online offer the flexibility to break this inheritance, granting or restricting access at a granular level. Whether you need to secure sensitive files or create project-specific access rules, understanding how to manage unique permissions in SharePoint Online is essential. In this blog, we’ll help you understand what unique... Read More Read More

How to Delete Recurring Meetings Scheduled by Former Employees in Microsoft 365

Recurring meetings are scheduled events in Microsoft 365 that repeat at regular intervals, such as daily discussions, weekly project updates, or monthly reviews. These meetings help teams stay organized, ensure consistent communication, and maintain progress on ongoing tasks. But what happens when the person who set up a recurring meeting leaves the company? It can quickly turn into an unnecessary mess, especially if those meetings are no longer needed. In this blog, we’ll walk you through the process to remove... Read More Read More

How to Check Mailbox Size in Microsoft 365

In every organization, emails are an everyday essential, but as mailbox storage fills up, it can lead to disruptions. When a mailbox reaches its storage limit, sending and receiving emails may slow down or stop. This can delay communication, block important messages, and cause emails to bounce back. ⚠️   To prevent these challenges, it’s crucial for both admins and end users to check mailbox sizes regularly. For admins, this ensures overall storage is managed efficiently across the organization. It... Read More Read More

Manage Permission Levels in SharePoint Online Using PowerShell

SharePoint Online sites in Microsoft 365 are used to store files, call recordings, share content, etc., within and outside the organization. Managing SharePoint Online permissions is a key for securing organization data from unauthorized access. Each site has various permission levels that can be assigned to users based on their roles. These permission levels in SharePoint Online have a set of permissions that define what users can do on a site, such as creating SharePoint lists, adding items, modifying files,... Read More Read More

2024 Recap: Essential Microsoft 365 Administration Blogs

Every admin’s journey in Microsoft 365 administration is unique, but the right resources make all the difference. 👌 From innovative updates to security-focused strategies, our 2024 blogs tackled challenges to help you simplify admin tasks and get things done smarter. In this recap, we’ve curated the top blogs of the year to help you master Microsoft 365 administration. 🛠️  Proud to say, our blogs from 2024 have helped you become up-to-date, efficient, security-focused, and troubleshooting-savvy admins for Microsoft 365. We’ve... Read More Read More

How to Find the Sign-In Status of a User in Microsoft 365

Imagine a team leader getting locked out of their Microsoft 365 account during a critical project. This would disrupt their access to essential services, halt their work, risk deadlines, and affect the entire team’s workflow. Situations like this highlight the importance of proactively monitoring user account statuses to prevent unnecessary delays and frustration. By monitoring the user sign-in status in Microsoft 365, you can quickly identify and resolve account lockouts efficiently, keeping your operations running smoothly. In this blog, let’s... Read More Read More

How to Allow Only Specific Users to Book Meeting Rooms in Microsoft 365

Meeting rooms in Microsoft 365 are virtually managed using room mailboxes, which streamline and control access to meeting facilities. By default, everyone in the organization can book room mailboxes. While this is convenient, it can lead to scheduling conflicts, unauthorized reservations, and other issues. Therefore, managing room mailbox scheduling permissions is essential to allow only specific users to book meeting rooms. Let’s explore the possible configurations to ensure that only specific users can book designated conference rooms in Exchange Online.... Read More Read More