Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Corporation
About
Microsoft Teams is a unified communication and collaboration platform that combines chat, video calls, meetings, file storage, task management, and calendars in one app. Use it to connect with communities, teammates, family, or friends for projects and planning. Features include 1-1 and group messaging with @mentions, secure audio and video calls that convert instantly from chats, screen sharing and whiteboard tools in meetings, breakout rooms, cloud storage for shared documents, task lists with due dates and assignments, and community spaces organized by topic. Enterprise-level security and compliance are built in, with community owners able to moderate content and members.
Highlights
- Chat, calls, meetings, file storage, tasks, and calendars all in one app
- Screen sharing, whiteboard, and breakout rooms for virtual meetings
- Task lists with due dates and assignments to track projects
- Cloud storage for shared documents and files accessible on the go
- Community spaces organized by topic with moderation controls
- Enterprise-level security and compliance from Microsoft 365
Best for
Teams, communities, and families who need to communicate, collaborate on projects, share files, and stay organized in one place. Businesses using Microsoft 365 subscriptions for commercial features and enterprise security.
At a glance
Microsoft Teams is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 3,347,018 ratings and is available on iOS and Android — all free to download.
It is developed by Microsoft Corporation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Microsoft Teams free?
- Yes — Microsoft Teams is free to download on iOS and Android.
- What platforms is Microsoft Teams available on?
- Microsoft Teams is available on iOS and Android.
- What is Microsoft Teams?
- Microsoft Teams is a unified app that combines chat, video calls, meetings, file storage, task management, and calendars. It lets you connect with communities, teammates, family, or friends to collaborate on projects, share ideas, and make plans in one place.
- Can I use Teams for video calls and meetings?
- Yes. You can join audio and video calls, set up meetings within seconds by sharing a link or calendar invite, and instantly convert a group chat to a call. Meetings support screen sharing, whiteboard tools, and breakout rooms.
- Does Teams include file storage?
- Yes. Teams includes built-in cloud storage so you can access shared documents and files on the go, and organize shared content like events, photos, links, and files in community spaces.
- What security features does Teams have?
- Teams offers enterprise-level security and compliance from Microsoft 365. Community owners can remove inappropriate content or members, and you maintain control over your data while collaborating securely with others.
- What are the alternatives to Microsoft Teams?
- Microsoft Teams is similar to Google Meet, Messenger, Skype, and Instants, an Instagram app. Browse related apps by tag: communication, video chat app, cloud storage, task management, and collaboration.
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