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Copilot Credits Guide – October 2026

Microsoft have updated the Copilot Credits Guide four times for October 2026.

The main changes include whole new sections covering Copilot Code for App building, Contact Center Intelligence for AI customer service, Copilot in SharePoint for interacting with content using natural language, and Teams Phone Agent, an AI-powered receptionist.

If you’re a subscriber, use the Licensing Guides Gallery to quickly find the documents, along with a full rundown of the changes to be aware (and wary!) of: https://bit.ly/3TP18LW. If you’re not yet a subscriber and only need a copy of the latest guide, find it here: https://bit.ly/4860InP.

Power Platform licensing resources – October 2026

The Power Platform licensing resources have been updated for October 2026.

This month’s key changes include clarification around Power Apps Premium licences when using Apps in the Copilot Managed Runtime host.

Following nine(!) versions in September, the October tally is two revisions of the Licensing Guide and two Licensing Decks. How do you keep track of the many changes to Microsoft’s licensing resources? Our subscribers use the Licensing Guides Gallery, a fabulous tool to view every version that Microsoft release. You can also view full details of what’s changed and what’s wrong, to help you navigate the pitfalls in these resources: https://bit.ly/4cHjNj3.

If you’re not yet a subscriber, you can view the latest Licensing Guide here: https://bit.ly/4ki0mBP, and Licensing Deck here: https://bit.ly/4zmgQ07.

Microsoft 365 Pro

Microsoft have quietly introduced Microsoft 365 Pro, a new license for consumers.

Sitting at the top of their non-commercial lineup, this new plan includes all the features of Microsoft 365 Premium alongside additional shared OneDrive storage and expanded AI usage limits.

You’ll find it listed on the Microsoft website for $99.99 per month (with no yearly option) here: https://bit.ly/4BnIvQ1.

Modern Work Plan Comparison documents – October 2026

The Modern Work Plan Comparison documents are (mostly) updated for October 2026.

The main changes this month relate to the recently launched Microsoft 365 G7 for US Government, alongside some strengthening of the AI and Agent sections across the documents. Despite the launch of Microsoft 365 A7, the Education flavour of the document is nowhere to be seen, with the July version still the most current.

If you’re a subscriber, don’t forget that we help you navigate the increasingly frequent errors in these resources every month, with our Cautionary Notes. You’ll find these in our Licensing Guides Gallery, along with quick access to the documents and full details of what’s new: https://bit.ly/4rAa8kh. If you’re a partner and prefer the Excel version, contact us from your work email address and we’ll send it right over: info@licensingschool.co.uk.

Not yet a subscriber? You can find the latest versions of the documents for Enterprise, SMB, Education and US Government customers here: https://bit.ly/4hn2hS2.

Dynamics 365 licensing resources – October 2026

The Dynamics 365 licensing resources are updated for October 2026.

The main change is the introduction of Dynamics 365 Sustainability, a rebranding of Microsoft Sustainability Manager. Available in two flavours, this set of tools helps organisations track their environmental impact.

If you’re a subscriber, you can quickly find the licensing resources in the Licensing Guides Gallery, where you’ll also discover a full breakdown of what’s new (and what’s wrong!) with our popular Cautionary Notes: https://bit.ly/4yfYNYm. If you’re not yet a subscriber and just need a copy of the latest versions, find the Licensing Guide here: https://bit.ly/4hwN1m9, and the Licensing Deck here: https://bit.ly/4iU5OKD.

Increased Exchange Online archive mailbox capacity

Microsoft have announced an increase to the maximum auto-expanding archive capacity for eligible Exchange Online mailboxes, from 1.5 TB to 3 TB.

This feature automatically expands an Exchange Online archive mailbox beyond the standard 100 GB, scaling to manage larger volumes of archived email content.

Microsoft plan to begin the rollout in mid-October 2026, with completion expected by the end of the month. Find details in the Message Center announcement here: https://bit.ly/47tEmMZ.

Copilot FAQs

Microsoft have updated their Copilot FAQs.

The October changes to the website include a renaming of Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat to Microsoft Copilot Chat, along with the addition of the brand-new Microsoft 365 A7 to the list of eligible licences.

Curious to know what’s missing and what’s wrong? Subscribers can use the Cautionary Notes in our Licensing Guides Gallery to find these details, as well as quick access to the website link and a PDF capture: https://bit.ly/4APGgon. If you’re not yet a subscriber and just need a copy of the guide, you’ll find it here: https://bit.ly/4hs6xSg.

Subscription License Suites Licensing Guidance

Microsoft have updated their Subscription License Suites Licensing Guidance website.

The October update features the two big launches of the month: Microsoft 365 A7 for Education and Microsoft 365 G7 for US Government.

While it’s a useful reference to compare Microsoft 365 licences, this update to the website introduces some new errors to watch out for – all outlined in our Licensing Guides Gallery, exclusively for subscribers: https://bit.ly/47GWcMc. There, you’ll also find a link to the Subscription License Suites Licensing Guidance website and a history of PDF captures, providing a record of the documents and changes between versions. If you’re not yet a subscriber, you can find the latest version here: https://bit.ly/4hxDBXG.

Microsoft Copilot Studio Licensing Guide – October 2026

The Microsoft Copilot Studio Licensing Guide is updated for October 2026.

After three versions in September, this revision only features minor wording adjustments relating to the Copilot Managed Runtime host and runtime usage.

How do you stay on top of the multiple versions of Microsoft Licensing Guides? We keep track so you don’t have to! Subscribers will find this guide, alongside our full collection, in the Licensing Guides Gallery: https://bit.ly/4r1jSEb, with details of what’s new (and what’s wrong!), to help you avoid any stumbling blocks. If you’re not yet a subscriber, grab this latest guide here: https://bit.ly/4AK14xC.

Office LTSC 2021 End of Support

Office LTSC 2021 reaches End of Support on 13 October 2026.

After this date Microsoft will no longer provide updates, security fixes, or technical support. The recommended route is (unsurprisingly) Microsoft 365 or the perpetual option of Office LTSC 2024, which is supported until October 2029.

Find the latest reminder article here: https://bit.ly/4iBRrdQ, which includes useful information for customers about preparation and transitioning.