Retention labels

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Microsoft Purview labels applied to individual items such as documents or emails that define when retention starts, how long the item is kept and what happens at the end of the period.

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Articles about Retention labels (3)

Retention Policies vs. Retention Labels: When to Use Which
2026-08-13 · Mirko Peters
Welcome back to the companion blog for the podcast! If you have ever stared at your Microsoft 365 tenant and wondered how on earth to stop your users from hoarding …
Retention Policies vs Retention Labels
2026-04-27 · Mirko Peters
Compare retention policies vs retention labels in Microsoft 365 and learn when to use each approach for lifecycle management and compliance.
Retention Label Not Working
2026-04-23 · Mirko Peters
Troubleshoot a retention label not working in Microsoft 365 with checks for publishing, scope, priority, locations, permissions, and policy timing.

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