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Does Microsoft 365 Business Basic Include Copilot Copyright Commitment?
Question details
Determine whether the Microsoft 365 Business Basic plan includes the Customer Copyright Commitment for Copilot, or if an additional Copilot add-on is required.
- Product
- Microsoft 365
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Evaluating licensing requirements and legal protections when deploying Microsoft Copilot in a business environment.
- Observed behavior
- Needing clarification on whether the Customer Copyright Commitment applies to the base Business Basic tier or strictly requires a paid Microsoft 365 Copilot add-on license.
Ensure you have access to your Microsoft 365 Admin Center to verify your current subscription plan and check available add-on licenses.
Verify License Eligibility for Copilot Copyright Commitment
Check your current Microsoft 365 plan and consult official Microsoft resources to confirm your eligibility for the Customer Copyright Commitment.
The Microsoft Customer Copyright Commitment is a protection designed for customers using Microsoft's Copilot services. Eligibility heavily depends on whether you have a standalone Microsoft 365 plan or have purchased the dedicated Copilot add-on.
Log in to the Microsoft 365 Admin Center and navigate to the 'Billing' > 'Your products' section to confirm you have Microsoft 365 Business Basic.
Verify if the 'Microsoft 365 Copilot' add-on has been purchased and assigned to your users, as the copyright commitment applies to the paid Copilot license.
Read Microsoft's official Customer Copyright Commitment documentation on the Microsoft Tech Community to understand the specific legal boundaries.
Post your specific tenant and licensing scenario in the Business Applications Microsoft Partner Community at aka.ms/bizappsmpc for official verification.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Microsoft Copilot Customer Copyright Commitment?
It is a legal provision by Microsoft that defends customers against third-party intellectual property claims arising from the customer's use and output of Microsoft Copilot, provided they used the built-in guardrails.
Can I get Copilot with Microsoft 365 Business Basic?
Yes, Microsoft 365 Business Basic subscribers are eligible to purchase the Microsoft 365 Copilot add-on, but the advanced Copilot features are not included in the base plan for free.
Where can I get official support for Microsoft 365 licensing questions?
You can consult the Business Applications Microsoft Partner Community or reach out to Microsoft Support directly through your Microsoft 365 Admin Center for official licensing clarifications.
