Compliance Problems

When Will the Microsoft 365 Type 1 SOC 2 Report Be Published?

Algirdas Jasaitis Sep 29, 2026 869 views

Question details

The user is looking for the specific publication date or timeline for the release of the Microsoft 365 Type 1 SOC 2 report.

When Will the Microsoft 365 Type 1 SOC 2 Report Be Published?

Product: Microsoft 365
Device & OS: not provided
Scenario: Tracking regulatory compliance documentation and audit reports for Microsoft 365 services.
Observed behavior: A fixed publication date for the report is not announced or available in advance.

Before you start

Ensure you have access to the Microsoft Service Trust Portal and the appropriate admin credentials, as this is where official SOC reports are published once finalized.

Solution 1Recommended

Monitor the Microsoft Service Trust Portal for Updates

Since Microsoft relies on an independent audit schedule, checking their official compliance portal periodically is the best way to access the report upon release.

Microsoft does not set a fixed publication date for SOC reports because the independent auditor controls the examination scope and completion schedule. Reports are typically issued a few months after the examination period ends. Therefore, the exact publication date cannot be determined in advance.

Access the Service Trust Portal

Navigate to the Microsoft Service Trust Portal (STP) using your web browser.

Sign in with your account

Navigate to Audit Reports

Click on the 'Service Trust' menu, then select 'Audit Reports' to view the available compliance documents.

Filter and search for SOC reports

Apply the 'SOC' filter or use the search bar to look for 'Type 1 SOC 2'. Check this section periodically until the new report is published.

Monitor the Microsoft Service Trust Portal for Updates

Publication Timeline: While exact dates are not provided, SOC reports are generally uploaded to the portal a few months after the official examination period concludes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why doesn't Microsoft announce exact publication dates for SOC reports?

Microsoft does not provide exact dates because the independent auditor entirely controls the examination scope, review process, and completion schedule, making it impossible to guarantee a fixed release day in advance.

How long after an examination period does the SOC 2 report usually come out?

Generally, Microsoft SOC reports are issued and uploaded to their trust portal a few months after the corresponding examination period officially ends.

Where can I download the Microsoft 365 SOC 2 report once it is published?

Once finalized, you can download the report securely from the Microsoft Service Trust Portal under the Audit Reports category. You will need to sign in with an authorized Microsoft Cloud account to access these documents.

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