As per Microsoft latest update, Microsoft Teams channel owners and administrators can now archive channels to avoid any activity on them and can restore if needed. Channel members will not be able to take actions on the channel like messaging, reacting, commenting, editing etc., but they can still access and read through the channel content.

Channel owners and administrators now have the ability to archive channels. This new functionality is designed to preserve the integrity of the channel’s content while halting all active participation and interactions.

Once a channel is archived:

• • All activities within the channel will be suspended. This means members will not be able to send messages, react to posts, comment, or make any edits.
  • Despite the suspension of activities, all channel content will remain accessible. Members can still view past discussions, files, and other shared materials for reference or record-keeping purposes.

Should the need arise, archived channels can be restored to full activity by an owner or administrator, allowing members to resume interactions as before.

This feature is particularly useful for:

• • Preserving historical data of projects or events that have concluded.
  • Reducing clutter in the channel list without losing valuable information.
  • Maintaining compliance with record-keeping policies.