Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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⚜️ When you install Windows 11, you have the chance to influence what information it collects about you. I'll show you which setup screens matter, which settings to turn off, and the one backup offer you should always refuse.

⚜️ Windows 11 Setup and Privacy
When you install Windows 11, you can select certain privacy settings. Read each choice instead of just clicking Next. Say no to typing data, personalized offers, and OneDrive backup. Using a local account helps with privacy, too.

Microsoft Privacy Statement: https://aka.ms/privacy
Microsoft Services Agreement: https://aka.ms/msa

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Chapters
0:00 Setting up Windows 11 for Privacy
0:35 Installing Windows 11
1:06 Terms of Service
3:06 Sign in to a Microsoft account
4:50 You can use a non-Microsoft email address
5:36 Set up a pin
6:00 Choose your privacy settings
10:30 Customize your experience
10:39 Link your phone
12:11 Backing up and OneDrive

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