How to Disable Copilot in Windows 11?
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Published: 2024-03-26 22:15:56

Disable Copilot in Windows 11</strong>: Copilot in Windows is an <strong>AI-driven assistant</strong> that aids in accessing information and drawing inspiration from the internet. It fosters creativity, supports collaborative efforts, and aids in maintaining focus on tasks. It combines the power of <strong>large language models (LLMs)</strong> with your data in the Microsoft Graph (including your calendar, emails, chats, documents, meetings, and more) and the <strong>Microsoft 365 apps</strong>. This integration allows Copilot to provide personalized assistance to users for a range of tasks and activities. It is important to note that Microsoft Copilot utilizes technology from <strong>OpenAI</strong>, the organization behind <strong>ChatGPT</strong>. Check out: **[How to Enable IIS Management Compatibility in Windows 11](https://winsides.com/enable-iis-6-management-compatibility-in-windows-11/)**
<h2>Disable/Remove Copilot in Windows11 - Different Ways:</h2>
Recently, Microsoft has integrated Windows 11 with this new feature. As of March 2024, the preview version of Copilot has been integrated with Windows 11 through Windows Update. However, users are looking for ways to disable or remove Copilot from their Windows 11 OS for various reasons. In this article, we will check out different methods to disable this feature in Windows 11.
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 	<li><strong>Removal Copilot in Windows 11 using Taskbar Settings</strong></li>
 	<li><strong>Disable Copilot in Windows 11 using Registry Editor</strong></li>
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<h2>1. How to Disable Copilot in Windows 11 using Taskbar Settings:</h2>
This is the easiest and the quickest way to disable this feature in Windows 11 OS.
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 	<li><strong>Right-click</strong> on the Taskbar and click <strong>Taskbar Settings</strong>.

<img class="wp-image-227 size-full" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Taskbar-Settings.jpg" alt="Taskbar Settings" width="1522" height="756" /> Taskbar Settings</li>
 	<li>Under <strong>Personalization &gt; Taskbar</strong>, you can find Microsoft Copilot.

<img class="wp-image-228 size-full" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Microsoft-Copilot.jpg" alt="Microsoft Copilot" width="1919" height="1079" /> Microsoft Copilot</li>
 	<li>Toggle the switch to <strong>turn off Microsoft Copilot in Windows 11</strong>.

<img class="wp-image-229 size-full" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Turn-off-Microsoft-Copilot-in-Windows-11.jpg" alt="Turn off Microsoft Copilot in Windows 11" width="1919" height="1079" /> Turn off Microsoft Copilot in Windows 11</li>
 	<li>Voila, that is it. You can find Copilot removed from the Taskbar.</li>
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You can<strong> turn on Copilot in Windows 11</strong> using the Task Bar Settings in case you change your mind.
<h2>Disable / Remove Copilot in Windows 11 using Registry Editor:</h2>
This method is quite long, however, it is more reliable. The steps may seem complex, but we will explain them with images for the easy understanding of the users.
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 	<li>Open <strong>Registry Editor</strong>.

<img class="wp-image-230 size-full" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Registry-Editor.jpg" alt="Registry Editor" width="1067" height="1037" /> Registry Editor</li>
 	<li>Enter the following path and press Enter.<code>HKCU\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows</code>

<img class="wp-image-231 size-full" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Enter-the-path.jpg" alt="Enter the path" width="1493" height="814" /> Enter the path</li>
 	<li>On the <strong>left pane</strong>, right-click on the <strong>Windows</strong> Folder, and go to <strong>New &gt; Key</strong>, and name it <em><em>WindowsCopilot</em></em>

<img class="wp-image-232 size-full" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/New-Key.jpg" alt="New Key" width="1488" height="801" /> New Key</li>
 	<li>You can find the WindowsCopilot folder created under Windows Folder.

<img class="wp-image-233 size-full" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/WindowsPilot-Folder.jpg" alt="WindowsCoPilot Folder" width="1269" height="786" /> WindowsCoPilot Folder</li>
 	<li>Now, right-click on the WindowsCopilot folder, and go to <strong>New &gt; DWORD (32-bit) Value</strong>.

<img class="wp-image-234 size-full" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/DWORD-32-bit-Value.jpg" alt="DWORD (32 -bit) Value" width="1270" height="845" /> DWORD (32 -bit) Value</li>
 	<li>Name it as <em>TurnOffWindowsCopilot. </em>You can find the new DWORD created.

<img class="wp-image-235 size-full" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/TurnoffWindowsCopilot.jpg" alt="TurnoffWindowsCopilot" width="1253" height="774" /> TurnoffWindowsCopilot</li>
 	<li>Double-click on the TurnOffWindowsCopilot DWORD file to open it and <strong>set the value data to 1</strong>. Click <strong>OK</strong>.

<img class="wp-image-236 size-full" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Set-the-Value.jpg" alt="Set the Value to 1" width="1252" height="766" /> Set the Value to 1</li>
 	<li>That is it. Now, <strong>restart your Windows 11 PC</strong>, and you will not be able to find the Copilot in the Taskbar and as well as in the Taskbar Settings. Microsoft Copilot is now disabled in Windows 11.</li>
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<blockquote>One intriguing fact about Copilot is that it leverages OpenAI's advanced language models, such as GPT-3, to provide intelligent suggestions and assistance. These models are trained on vast amounts of data and can generate human-like text, making Copilot capable of offering a wide range of helpful insights and recommendations in various contexts, from coding to writing and more.</blockquote>
<h2>Take away:</h2>
Whether you prefer to work without AI-driven assistance or have specific privacy concerns, knowing how to <strong>[disable CoPilot in Windows 11](https://winsides.com/how-to-disable-copilot-in-windows-11/)</strong> gives you control over your Windows experience. By following the steps outlined above, you can customize your system settings to align with your preferences and workflow requirements, ensuring a seamless and personalized computing experience on Windows 11. <strong>Happy Coding! Peace out!