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The avd migration tag covers guidance for moving Azure Virtual Desktop (classic) environments to the Azure Resource Manager-integrated Azure Virtual Desktop service. Its current focus is Microsoft’s September 30, 2026 retirement deadline and the planning choices organizations must make before classic is unsupported. Straightforward, well-documented host pools may be suitable for Microsoft’s automated migration process. More complex deployments may require a parallel rebuild, particularly where extensive RemoteApp publishing, large user populations, fragile access policies, or heavily customized configurations are involved. Use this archive to follow practical considerations around migration paths, environment complexity, and preparation for the Azure Virtual Desktop classic retirement.
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    Azure Virtual Desktop Classic: Migrate Before September 30, 2026

    Azure Virtual Desktop (classic) retires on September 30, 2026, and most organizations should not treat the deadline as a one-click control-plane upgrade. Use Microsoft’s automated migration for straightforward, documented host pools; choose a parallel Azure Resource Manager-integrated rebuild...
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