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How to Remove Automatic Microsoft 365 Sharing Message on Android

Chanuka Geekiyanage Sep 28, 2026 870 views

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Users want to disable or remove the automatic promotional text and standard subject added when sharing files from the Microsoft 365 Android app.

How to Remove Automatic Microsoft 365 Sharing Message on Android

Product: Microsoft 365
Device & OS: Android 14
Scenario: Sharing documents or files directly from the Microsoft 365 application on an Android mobile device.
Observed behavior: The application automatically inserts promotional text and a standard subject line into the sharing message, with no built-in setting to disable it.

Before you start

Check your current Microsoft 365 app version in the Google Play Store, as developers occasionally introduce new sharing preferences in the latest updates.

Solution 1Recommended

Manually Delete the Promotional Text

Since there is currently no native toggle to disable the message automatically, manually removing it before sending is the primary workaround.

In recent versions of the Microsoft 365 app, the promotional sharing message is hardcoded into the share intent. You must clear this text within your email or messaging client before finalizing the send action.

Initiate File Sharing

Open your document in the Microsoft 365 app and tap the 'Share' icon located in the menu.

Select a Sharing App

Choose your preferred sharing method from the Android sharing sheet, such as an email client (e.g., Outlook, Gmail) or a messaging app.

Delete the Text

Once the draft opens in your selected app, tap into the message body and subject line, highlight the automatic promotional text, and delete it before hitting send.

Repetitive Action Required: You will need to perform this manual deletion every time you share a file, as the app does not remember your preference.

Solution 2

Update the App and Submit Feedback

Keep the app updated in case Microsoft adds a toggle, and submit feature requests to expedite the development of this option.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Microsoft 365 add promotional text to shared files?

Microsoft includes this standard text to promote their mobile application to the recipients of your shared documents. Currently, this is a default behavior designed to increase app visibility.

Is there a hidden setting to disable the Microsoft 365 sharing message?

No, in the current builds (such as version 1.0.1 on Android 14), there is no setting available within the app to automatically remove or disable this message.

Can I use another app to share the files without the message?

Yes, using alternative office suites like WPS Office allows you to open, edit, and share the exact same document formats without appending any forced promotional messages to your emails.

Will Microsoft fix this sharing message issue in future updates?

While there is no official confirmation, Microsoft frequently updates its apps based on user feedback. Submitting a feature request through the Microsoft feedback portal is the most effective way to encourage them to add a toggle switch.

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