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SharePoint Alerts Are Going Away: What You Need to Know
Published 17/07/2025
Author: Nichola Carty
Microsoft is retiring classic SharePoint alerts, which means how you get notified about changes in SharePoint and Project Online will soon be different.
If you or your team relies on SharePoint alerts to track tasks, documents, or lists (such as risks and issues in Project Online), now is the time to explore alternative notification methods. Planning ahead will help ensure you and your colleagues continue to receive important updates without interruption.
Some users may have already noticed warning messages (like the one below) appearing within the alert settings, this is an early indication of the transition.
Key Dates to Remember
July 2025: New SharePoint sites won’t let you set up new alerts.
September 2025: No one can create new alerts at all.
October 2025: Existing alerts will stop working after 30 days (with one last renewal).
July 2026: All classic alerts will be completely removed.
What Should You Do?
Microsoft recommends switching to Power Automate. With this you can set up custom notifications through email or Teams and automate actions when things change in SharePoint or Project Online. It also connects with tools like Planner, Outlook, and OneDrive for smoother workflows.
How to Get Ready
- Check what alerts you’re currently using.
- Make a migration plan.
- Set up and test your Power Automate flows before October 2025.
- Train your team on how the new system works.
Need Help?
CPS can help review your current alerts, build Power Automate solutions, train users, and make sure your project communications run smoothly. Whether you want simple alert replacements or something more advanced with multiple steps, support is available from us.
Contact us to talk more about how we can help! [email protected]
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