Microsoft may soon allow IT admins to uninstall Copilot

Microsoft may soon allow IT admins to uninstall Copilot

Microsoft is testing a new policy that enables IT admins to uninstall the AI-powered Copilot assistant on managed devices running Windows 11 Insider Preview Builds. This update provides targeted control over Copilot deployment and can be reapplied by users if desired. #MicrosoftCopilot #WindowsInsiderPreview

Keypoints

  • The RemoveMicrosoftCopilotApp policy is now available for Windows 11 Insider systems.
  • It allows IT administrators to uninstall Microsoft Copilot on eligible devices through Group Policy.
  • The policy applies when Copilot was not installed or launched in the last 28 days; users can reinstall later.
  • It is available on Enterprise, Pro, and EDU SKUs and managed via Microsoft Intune or SCCM.
  • The update also fixes bugs related to File Explorer crashes, Windows Update hangs, and Start menu issues.

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