How to remove local data remotely: Microsoft 365

The number one priority for companies with an online network is ensuring that all their information is safe and secure. Microsoft is aware of company data protection concerns and has implemented features to help resolve those concerns. Admin members or delegated staff members can control data on devices remotely. However, what is the process for removing local data remotely from a device in Microsoft 365? Have a read-through of the blog and see what you can do to remotely remove local data.

The process of removing local data will require global admin permission. You must make sure you have global admin permissions enabled because you require access to all the accounts and data to proceed with removing local data. Global admin permissions will also allow you to check and ensure you have the correct account before deleting it. Once you have the correct permissions enabled, you can go into the device section and remove local company data from devices.

  1. Firstly, you need to open Office 365.
  2. Now click on the launcher icon, which is illustrated by nine dots.
  3. You now need to click on the option for “Admin.”
  4. After that, the dropdown for “Devices” should be clicked.
  5. Now click on the “Active devices” option from the dropdown.
  6. Select a device from the list of devices.
  7. Now click on “Remove company data.”
  8. Click on the “Confirm” button to end the process.

Local data from a device will be removed once the steps above have been completed. Now when a user tries to access local data on a device remote from your admin account, they will not be able to access the account. That includes any apps, document links, and account information on that device. There will be no need to wait for extensively long periods as the process to clear local data is instant. Instant clearing ensures no further delays in keeping local account data on a device.

An in-depth guide on how to remove local data remotely from M365

If you struggle to follow the process shown above, you can use our in-depth guide to help. The in-depth guide includes the visual context in screenshots to better understand the abovementioned points. You can also use the screenshots to help you navigate through the UI if that is what you require. The guide will help you better understand how to remove local data remotely from Microsoft 365. The guide also includes an in-depth analysis of some of the more complex steps. These additional points will allow you to navigate the process and help you understand the steps.

  • Firstly, you need to open Office 365.

You will need to open Office 365 to begin the process. You can access Office 365 through the browser; once you are in, you can proceed with the steps illustrated below.

  • Now click on the launcher icon, which is illustrated by nine dots.

A launcher is a menu option that allows you to access the Office 365 apps. The icon depicting the launcher is nine dots on the left side of the display.

  • You now need to click on the option for “Admin.”

In Office 365, there will be an option for Admin; simply click on it to proceed with the steps shown below.

  • After that, the dropdown for “Devices” should be clicked.

A dropdown menu for the device section holds all the key features that help you manage devices on Microsoft 365.

  • Now click on the “Active devices” option from the dropdown.

There will be an option from the dropdown where you can choose the option for “Active devices.”

  • Select a device from the list of devices.
  • Now click on “Remove company data.”
  • Click on the “Confirm” button to end the process.

The device’s local data will be erased when you have completed the steps shown with screenshots. You will have now denied them access to their apps and accounts locally added, remotely from your admin account. If any apps or local company platforms such as OneDrive, they will all be removed. Clearing local data is instantaneous, so there will be no need to wait for extended periods. The priority here is to make sure that company data is safe and secure so there will be no delays.

Why may you want to remove local data from a device?

It is increasingly difficult to manage data with the advent of new features added to portable devices such as mobile phones and portable computers. The advent of such features allows users to save and access sensitive corporate information remotely. The sensitive information may include content such as important files and documents from Office software. They may even gain access to account information from other users. If the device gets into the wrong hands, you can use the process above to ensure that information from a company remains safe. You may even choose to remove the device from the network if the device gets lost or stolen. Remotely accessing and removing the information is instantaneous, so there are no further delays in the removal process.

Suppose a user has been assigned a new device, then the old one may become redundant until further use. However, the company or organization may choose to keep hold of the device, and therefore a complete removal isn’t necessary. The company may hold on to the device if there is important information they need to retrieve or if there is a new member of staff who can use it. They can simply assign the correct license, and as the apps are all installed, it’s just a matter of signing in to the correct account.

Conclusion

Thank you for taking the time to read our article on removing local data from M365 remotely. The guide contains a step-by-step overview of the method for removing local data from M365 remotely. If you follow the steps outlined above, you will better understand how to remotely erase local data from M365. In some cases, you may need to remotely erase local data from M365, which is covered in the instructions. If you have any problems following through, please leave a comment below, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Saajid Gangat

Saajid Gangat has been a researcher and content writer at Business Tech Planet since 2021. Saajid is a tech-savvy writer with expertise in web and graphic design and has extensive knowledge of Microsoft 365, Adobe, Shopify, WordPress, Wix, Squarespace, and more! You can connect with Saajid on Linkedin.

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