Overview

Power Automate allows you to automate web and desktop applications on your Windows desktop by mimicking user interface actions like clicks, and keyboard input.

Note: Some features require services that have not been enabled in the University of Minnesota’s environment, such as SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, or Office for the web. We suggest testing with the free version or a small number of paid licenses before placing a large order.

Availability

RolePower Automate FreePower Automate
FacultyUpon requestWith purchase
Permanent staffUpon requestWith purchase
Temporary/casual staffUpon requestWith purchase
StudentUpon requestWith purchase
Person of Interest (POI)Upon requestWith purchase
Friend (sponsored account)Upon requestWith purchase
DepartmentalNot availableNot available
Functional*Upon request*With purchase

Review software availability definitions to learn more.

*The account must be provisioned in Entra ID. This can be enabled by selecting the “AD (Active Directory)” option when submitting the Functional Account request form.

Note: The Power Automate Free plan is designed for individuals or small-scale automation needs and comes with several limitations compared to paid plans. It is limited to 750 runs per month and does not support connections to third-party APIs.

Getting Access

Access to software licensed by the University is based on University affiliation and sometimes the device on which the software is installed.

It is your responsibility to make sure you are using the software in accordance with the University's Acceptable Use of Information Technology Resources policy and software terms and conditions, plus any vendor terms listed below.

How to Get It

[email protected]

Cost

  UMN provides to those eligible for no charge.

License Details

Contact [email protected] to request access.

What Is Included

Cost

Faculty and Staff

  No charge options

Operating Systems

  • Windows

Access Power Automate

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Microsoft Products

The University of Minnesota offers a variety of Microsoft products for students, staff, and faculty. You can explore the software directory to find software options at the University.