Windows 365 Frontline in shared mode expands to New Zealand North, Mexico Central, and Europe

Editor’s note, March 26, 2026: An earlier version of this post listed West Europe as a newly supported region for Windows 365 Frontline in shared mode. This has been corrected. Windows 365 Frontline shared mode is now available in New Zealand North, Mexico Central, Poland Central, and Sweden Central. The availability and deployment guidance below reflect this update.

We're excited to announce that Windows 365 Frontline in shared mode is now available in five new regions, expanding our global footprint and bringing Cloud PCs closer to organizations across Australasia, Central America and Europe.

Starting today, customers can deploy Windows 365 Frontline shared mode Cloud PCs in:

Australasia geography

• New Zealand North

Central America geography

• Mexico Central

Europe geography:

• Poland Central
• Sweden Central

This expansion enables organizations to place Cloud PCs closer to their users, reducing latency and supporting local data residency requirements—critical for meeting regulatory compliance and delivering optimal user experiences.

Windows 365 Frontline in shared mode is designed for employees who need quick, intermittent access to task-based tools—like retail staff checking inventory, contractors requiring temporary access, or new hires completing onboarding training.

How Frontline in shared mode works

Shared mode Cloud PCs provide a secure, non-persistent desktop experience where:

• Only one user can connect at a time
• User profile data is deleted when they sign out
• The Cloud PC is released for the next user
• Organizations optimize costs by providing access to multiple users with a single license

In addition to full desktop access, organizations can also deliver Cloud Apps using the same shared mode foundation. This is ideal for users who only need a focused set of business-critical applications—like browsers, email, inventory systems, and so on—without the overhead of a full desktop environment.

This makes shared mode ideal for scenarios where users don't need data persistence but require quick access to specialized tools and applications.

Key benefits of regional expansion

Improved user experience

Bringing Cloud PCs closer to users in Mexico, Poland, and Sweden improves responsiveness and reduces latency—essential for frontline workers who need to complete time-sensitive tasks quickly and efficiently.

Compliance and data sovereignty

Keeping data within geographical boundaries helps organizations meet local regulatory requirements. Whether organizations are navigating data sovereignty regulations in Latin America or GDPR compliance in Europe, regional deployment options provide the flexibility organizations need.

Simplified IT management

IT admins can set up Cloud PCs with just a few clicks, while users benefit from faster sign-in and immediate productivity. Windows 365 Frontline shared mode removes the complexity of traditional VDI or shared physical device deployments.

Getting started with the new regions

Using Microsoft Hosted Network (MHN)

We recommend using Microsoft Hosted Network (MHN), so you can start deploying to the new regions immediately. To do this:

1. Navigate to your provisioning policy in the Microsoft Intune admin center
2. Select the appropriate geography (Central America or Europe)
3. Choose your desired region:
   • Australasia: New Zealand North
   • Central America: Mexico Central
   • Europe: Poland Central or Sweden Central

Microsoft automatically optimizes Cloud PC placement for performance and resilience within your selected geography.

Learn more about how Microsoft Hosted Network improves resiliency and regional coverage.

Using Azure Network Connection (ANC)

For Azure Network Connection (ANC) deployments, you'll need:

• A virtual network (vNet) in your target region (Mexico Central, Poland Central, or Sweden Central)
• Proper service endpoints and connectivity configured for the chosen region
• Updated provisioning policies targeting the new region

Remember: With ANC, the Azure virtual network's region determines where your Cloud PC is hosted.

Review the Azure Network Connection documentation and confirm your ANC setup supports your chosen region, including virtual networks and necessary service endpoints.

Recommended next steps

Ready to expand your Windows 365 Frontline deployment to these new regions? Here's how to get started:

1. Review your requirements: Determine which region best serves your users' location and compliance needs
2. Check your network setup: Verify your Microsoft Hosted Network or Azure Network Connection configuration
3. Update provisioning policies: Configure policies to target the new regions
4. Deploy and monitor: Roll out Cloud PCs and monitor performance and user satisfaction

To explore configuration options and learn more about what's possible next, head over to the Windows 365 documentation.

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