Managing My Microsoft Groups

Summary

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Purpose

This article explains how to view, manage, and update Microsoft 365 or security groups that you own using the My Groups interface at https://myaccount.microsoft.com/groups. This portal allows group owners to manage membership, update group details, and create new groups without needing access to the Microsoft 365 admin center.


Accessing the My Groups Portal

  1. Open a browser and go to: https://myaccount.microsoft.com/groups
  2. Sign in with your work or school account.
  3. Once signed in, you will see:
    • Groups I Own
    • Groups I Belong To
    • Options for creating and managing groups (if enabled by your organization).

Viewing Information About a Group You Own

As a group owner, you can perform all management tasks for your groups, including:

  • Viewing group details
  • Adding or removing members
  • Editing group properties

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To open a group:

  1. In Groups I Own, click the group name.
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  1. The group details page will open, showing:
    • Members
    • Group description
    • Group type
    • Management options
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Editing Group Details

You can update most group details except Group Type (Microsoft 365 vs. Security).

To edit group details:

  1. Select the group from the Groups I Own section.
  2. Click Edit details.
  3. Update:
    • Group name
    • Description
    • Join policy (open, approval required, or owner‑only)
  4. Click Update to save changes.

Managing Group Membership

Group owners can add or remove members from groups they own (with the exception of dynamic groups or directory‑synced groups).

Add Members

  1. Select the group you want to manage.
  2. Click + Add members.
  3. Search for the user and select Add.

Remove Members

  1. Open the group.
  2. On the Members list, click the X next to a member's name to remove them.
If you cannot access the portal, contact your IT support department, as access must be allowed by your organization. 

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Article ID: 20738
Created
Mon 1/12/26 8:45 AM
Modified
Thu 3/12/26 11:46 AM