Microsoft Viva Glint: Custom confidentiality statements
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- Microsoft's start date
- 22 May 2026
- Last changed by Microsoft
- 5 Jun 2026
- First seen here
- 19 Oct 2026
- Versions seen
- 1
What the notice says
Microsoft's text, with its sections, lists and tables; source markup removedWhat and Why
We're introducing the ability for Viva Glint Company Admins to replace the default Microsoft confidentiality statement with custom messaging. This update helps organizations align employee survey experiences with internal confidentiality policies, legal requirements, and regional expectations—while maintaining a consistent, trusted experience across Viva Glint.
This feature is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 557982.
Rollout Schedule
General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout begins in early June 2026.
Impact on Your Organization
Who is affected
- Viva Glint Company Admins
- Users participating in Viva Glint surveys (if custom messaging is configured)
Platforms/Services
- Microsoft Viva Glint (web)
What will happen
- Admins can disable the default Microsoft Viva Glint confidentiality statement.
- Admins can configure custom confidentiality statements, including support for multiple languages.
- Custom statements are displayed to users during the survey experience.
- The feature is not enabled by default; configuration is optional and admin-controlled.
- If no changes are made, the existing default confidentiality statement remains in place.
Action Required / Recommendations
- No action is required.
- Admins may optionally configure custom confidentiality statements in Viva Glint > General Settings > Company Information.
- Review internal legal or HR guidance before publishing custom messaging.
Learn more
- Manage General Settings in Viva Glint | Microsoft Learn (will be updated on June 1, 2026)
- How Viva Glint protects your privacy | Microsoft Learn (will be updated on June 1, 2026)
Compliance considerations
| Compliance area | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Does the change alter how existing customer data is processed, stored, or accessed? | Admin-defined confidentiality statements modify the messaging presented to users but do not change how survey response data is processed or stored. |
| Does the change include an admin control? | Company Admins can enable, disable, and manage custom confidentiality statements in Viva Glint settings. |
What changed
Between the versions this installation saw, newest firstThis installation has seen one version of this notice, first on 19 Oct 2026. Later changes will show here.
Linked documentation
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What this page cannot tell you- Whether your tenant is affected: this is Microsoft's notice, not a check of your settings.
- Versions before 19 Oct 2026: this installation first saw the notice after Microsoft posted it.