Microsoft Storage Limits

Update:
August 2025

McMaster will not move forward with implementing new Microsoft storage limits in fall 2025, as the university continues to monitor and explore opportunities to manage overall storage capacity.

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What You Need to Know

McMaster University follows Microsoft’s global storage guidelines for academic institutions, which apply to services like Outlook and OneDrive. Community members are encouraged to stay within the individual storage limits outlined below to support efficient and sustainable digital practices.

By managing storage thoughtfully, we help ensure McMaster continues to benefit from secure, eco-friendly, and well-organized digital environments.

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FAQs, tutorials and tips are available on the Discover and Learn SharePoint site.

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