Windows 11 User Limits Data Collection with Simple Settings Tweaks

Kanika is a tech writer who has been writing about consumer technology since 2019. She recently decided to limit what Windows 11 sends to Microsoft, citing concerns over privacy.

Windows 11 collects diagnostic data on how users interact with their PCs, including which features are used and error messages received. While some of this data is necessary for the operating system's functionality, Kanika believes that not all of it is essential.

To limit what Windows sends to Microsoft, she turned off 'Send optional diagnostic data' in the 'Diagnostic & feedback' section of her PC's settings. She also disabled the 'Improve inking and typing option', which uses diagnostic data to provide personalized tips and recommendations.

Kanika is not alone in her concerns about Windows 11's data collection practices. Some users may be unaware that their PCs are sending diagnostic data to Microsoft, or they may object to the idea of being tracked in this way.