Microsoft Changes Copilot PC Recall Feature After Security Concerns
Microsoft no longer turns on the controversial Recall feature by default on new Copilot PCs. The company makes this change following significant privacy and security backlash from industry experts.
Microsoft reverses its decision regarding the Recall feature on new Copilot+ PCs, announcing that the tool is now off by default. Originally, the company plans to activate this AI-powered timeline automatically, which continuously takes snapshots of user activity to help with memory and search tasks.
The shift in strategy comes after severe pushback from cybersecurity researchers and the broader tech community. Experts point out that storing continuous screenshots locally creates a massive vulnerability, potentially exposing sensitive user data like passwords and personal messages to malicious actors.
By requiring users to manually opt into Recall, Microsoft aims to give people more control over their privacy. The company also implements additional security measures, including mandatory Windows Hello authentication, to ensure that the AI feature protects user data more effectively before anyone chooses to enable it.