If you are currently a Windows 10 user, you are aware how the software has significantly changed the way you look at your previous version of the OS. The new Windows 10 has apparently brought new meaning to faster and more amazing experience using the OS, but did you also know that along with its powerful concept is its ability to spy on you?

NeuroGadget labels the Windows 10 as an intelligent spy. So intelligent that it has the ability to collect the data on almost everything you do within the platform. But before you regret taking on the latest from the Windows update, it is also important to know that you also have the ability to stop this.

 

So how does Microsoft exactly collects and uses your data? On Microsoft's Privacy & Cookies, it stated that Microsoft collects your data in order to operate properly and provide its users the best experience possible. The data collected usually comes from activities such as opening an email, searching on Bing, using OneDrive as well as Cortana. Microsoft claims that they collect the data by recording the interaction made by the user from their services. The company uses its users' data for them to be able to communicate with their users in case of any changes or updates on the software or their services. They will also use these data to control the type of ads that will appear on your device.

In order to control what Microsoft is taking from your personal data, you can always edit your information on the Microsoft services. Microsoft will also allow you to choose how the company will take your data. As a user, you can also choose whether you want to receive notifications from Microsoft as well as the amount of promotional emails you want to receive. Everything else can be controlled by you, but the fact is, Microsoft still collects your data.

That being said, you can start preventing Windows 10 from spying on you by going to your device's Settings and selecting Privacy. For every screen that appears, you can start reviewing them and disable everything that feels not right for you. It is also important to know that the Cortana app is also one of the most active apps that have the fastest capability to collect data. If you don't need it in a regular basis, it's best to disable it too.