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In today's world, you want to make sure your device is secure and your data stays private. With Microsoft 365 and Windows 10, you have easy-to-use controls to keep what's important safe and protected.

Sign in with Windows Hello

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If your PC supports Windows Hello:

  1. Select Start > Settings.

  2. Select Accounts > Sign-in options.

  3. Select Set up under Face Recognition.

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What is Windows Hello?

Keep your computer secure at work

Restrict changes to files

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Open a document you want to protect, then:

  1. Select File > Info.

  2. Select Protect Document.

  3. Choose how you want to protect the document.

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Stop sharing OneDrive files or folders or change permissions

Stay in control of your privacy

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In Windows 10, you have control over what information you share with Microsoft.

  • Select Start > Settings > Privacy to get to your general privacy settings.

  • Different Windows features and apps have different settings. Select Learn more for more information about a setting.

  • Select Privacy dashboard to see activity data that is stored in the cloud. Here, you can:

    • Manage privacy settings for Microsoft products and services.

    • View and clear activity data that has been saved.

    • Create an archive of your personal data.

  • Go to privacy.microsoft.com for more information about how Microsoft collects and uses your data to improve your experiences.

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Windows 10 and privacy

Microsoft Privacy Statement

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Stay safe and secure

Microsoft 365 and Windows 10 give you advanced protection and tools to keep your information secure and private.

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