Microsoft updated its privacy statement in an update detected on September 10, 2026, restructuring how it describes Copilot data usage and user controls. The revised language expands device data collection to explicitly include 'interactions with our websites and apps', removes references to Microsoft 365 Copilot as a distinct consumer product, and replaces specific opt-out language with a broader personalization control framework. Users signed into Microsoft Copilot can now manage memories and personalization settings, but the updated terms also introduce the ability for Microsoft to personalize the service using data from other Microsoft products like Bing and Edge without explicitly stating this requires prior opt-in.
Consumers: Microsoft now explicitly collects data about how you use its web and app properties, not just device information.
Consumers: Microsoft may now use your activity on Bing, Edge, or MSN to personalize your Copilot experience unless you disable the setting.
Consumers: Prior explicit opt-out language for AI model training was removed; training practices now described in separate Transparency Note document.
The updated statement expands what device data Microsoft collects to explicitly include interactions with Microsoft websites and apps, moving beyond prior language that mentioned only device details, hardware, and settings. The terms now authorize Microsoft to personalize Copilot using conversation history (including saved memories) and optionally using data from other Microsoft products like Bing, Edge, and MSN. You can manage memories and control personalization features using settings within Microsoft Copilot at any time.
→ Review privacy controls within Microsoft Copilot settings to understand and configure memory management and personalization preferences.
→ Consult the Microsoft Copilot Privacy Center and Transparency Note for detailed information about data practices and AI training.
ConductAtlas has recorded 6 material changes to this document over 188 days of monitoring (since March 2026). An additional minor or cosmetic changes were excluded.
6 of Microsoft's significant changes have been classified as negative for consumers.
Now explicitly includes interactions with Microsoft websites and apps, broadening scope beyond hardware and settings.
Adds explicit authority to personalize Copilot using data from Bing, Edge, and MSN without requiring prior consent.
Explicit opt-out mechanism for AI training was removed; training practices now referenced in external Transparency Note.
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