Microsoft is testing new Windows 11 privacy controls that let users manage camera, microphone, and precise location access for individual desktop apps. The company is also preparing smartphone-style permission prompts to improve transparency, consent, and user control over sensitive resources. #Windows11 #Microsoft
Keypoints
- Windows 11 Insider Build 26340.9233 adds per-app privacy controls for camera, microphone, and location.
- Users can manage these permissions from Settings > Privacy & security for each desktop app.
- Microsoft says app-by-app controls provide better visibility and easier privacy management.
- Users are warned to grant access only to trusted apps, as some may appear under different names.
- Microsoft is also testing mobile-style permission prompts and a new accessibility option for maximizing app windows.