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How to View & Download Microsoft Teams Version History
Keep tabs on new updates, features and changes with version history
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Published onMarch 20, 2024
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Microsoft Teams has evolved but even so, there are times you may need to roll back to a previous version. This may be occasioned by the instability of the app or frequent app glitches.
If you’re looking for a particular version with specific features, you’ll need the version history so that you can download that specific version.
How do I access Microsoft Teams version history?
1. Access the release notes
Microsoft keeps a database ofrelease notesfor each version of Teams released. The notes contain changes, updates, and new features from the previous version. After examining the release notes, you can now proceed to note down the version number.
Microsoft also has a dedicated site with theversion historycomplete with the release date and version number to make it easier to download previous versions.
Once you’ve settled on the version you wish to download, you can proceed. Unfortunately, Microsoft does not keep older versions of Teams on their website. You can only access the preceding version but for any other older version, you’ll need to download from third-party sites.
2. Download the desired version
Pros and cons of reverting to older Teams version
Pros
Cons
Ultimately, viewing the Microsoft Teams version history should be for information purposes and not to downgrade.Microsoft Teams not workingor any other issues you may be experiencing with the latest version can usually be resolved by a restart, repair or reinstallation.
For advanced troubleshooting, consider reaching out to Microsoft directly before opting to downgrade. However, if you must roll back, ensure you back up any critical information to minimize the risk of data loss or security vulnerabilities then upgrade as soon as possible.
Alternatively, you caninstall two Microsoft Teams appsto avoid losing data. Hopefully, you’re now in a better position to assess the changes within Teams and make an informed decision.
Have you downgraded your Teams app before? Would you say it helped enhance your communication? Let us know in the comment section below.
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Claire Moraa
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Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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Claire Moraa
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With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
