Note
- Sidebar app list is being retired
- We’re simplifying Microsoft Edge. The sidebar app list will be retired in the near future, starting with Microsoft account (MSA) users. There is no confirmed retirement date at this time.
- New apps can no longer be added to the sidebar, and apps currently pinned in the app tower will be removed in a future update.
- Copilot is not affected by this change, and we’re continuing to improve and enhance it.
Frequently asked questions
When will App Tower be completely sunset and no longer available?
This will take place gradually over the upcoming Edge updates and we will notify users who access it before it is fully removed.
Can I still add new apps to the App Tower?
No, adding new icons to the App Tower is no longer supported.
Will Copilot or the side pane be removed?
No, neither of these are affected and they will continue to be available.
What happens to the apps I already pinned there?
For now, the apps you’ve pinned in the App Tower will continue to work. Over time, as we phase out the feature:
- Some apps can still be accessed directly on the web (e.g. WhatsApp, Instagram).
- Some apps are available through the Edge toolbar (e.g. Drop, Copilot).