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Microsoft Copilot legal documents, explained
We fetch the public Terms and Privacy pages below, write a short briefing in everyday language, and record a change when the text moves.
What the documents say
Privacy Policy
Checked September 7, 2026 · Read the source
Microsoft's Privacy Statement outlines how the company collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you interact with its products and services. They use cookies to enhance your experience and comply with various data privacy frameworks. You have control over the data you share, and some features may require certain personal information to function properly. Microsoft is committed to securing your data and provides options for managing your privacy settings.
- Microsoft collects personal data to improve and provide its products and services.
- Cookies are used to store preferences and help with sign-in and personalized ads.
- You can choose not to share certain data, but this may limit your access to some features.
- Microsoft complies with international data privacy frameworks to protect your information.
- Your interactions with Microsoft products help them develop and enhance their services.
- You can contact Microsoft for privacy concerns or questions through their support page.
Terms of Service
Checked September 7, 2026 · Read the source
The Microsoft Services Agreement outlines the terms for using Microsoft's consumer online products and services. By creating an account or using these services, you agree to these terms, which include provisions on privacy, content ownership, and acceptable conduct. Notably, U.S. users must adhere to binding arbitration and class action waiver terms for dispute resolution. Your content remains yours, but sharing it allows others to use it as you intended.
- You must accept the terms to use Microsoft services, which include various products and support.
- Your content stays yours, but sharing it means others can use it without compensation.
- U.S. users must resolve disputes through arbitration, not in court.
- You need a Microsoft account to access many services, and it must be active to avoid closure.
- Microsoft may monitor content for safety and can take action against violations of their Code of Conduct.
- You are responsible for your conduct and must not engage in illegal or harmful activities while using the services.