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The updated privacy statement clarifies that Microsoft Copilot collects data about your interactions with Microsoft websites and apps, in addition to previously disclosed device and product usage data. The policy now states that Copilot may use your conversation history, including saved memories, to personalize your experience across Microsoft products such as Bing, Edge, and MSN. You can manage your memories and control personalization features using the settings in Microsoft Copilot at any time.
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"Any personal data that an app collects and uses is subject to the app developer's privacy policy, which the app developer must provide via a link on the app's product description page in Microsoft Store.Excerpt from Microsoft's Privacy Statement (Legacy)
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The clause states: “Any personal data that an app collects and uses is subject to the app developer's privacy policy, which the app developer must provide via a link on the app's product description page in Microsoft Store.”
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