Easily identify Windows protected print mode compatible devices

As organizations work to modernize their print environments and reduce reliance on legacy drivers, Windows protected print (WPP) mode helps improve system security by enforcing the use of the Windows modern print stack and introducing additional security features.

To help IT admins and users easily understand which devices are compatible with this more secure printing experience, Windows is introducing a new icon that can be found in Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners:

Printer with compatibility icon indicating support for Windows protected print mode.

This icon appears next to each installed printer that supports Windows protected print mode, which requires IPP-capable printers.

This update helps IT administrators quickly evaluate printer readiness for Windows protected print mode before enabling it across managed devices. If your environment’s printers support WPP, we highly recommend enabling it to create a more secure print ecosystem.

• How to enable WPP locally
• How to enable WPP as group policy

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