privacy hardening

Privacy hardening on Windows 11 involves adjusting built-in settings to reduce data collection and tracking. Common steps include disabling location services, turning off optional diagnostic data, and managing app permissions for sensors and devices. These actions limit how Windows and third-party apps access your location, telemetry, and advertising ID. While no single toggle fully stops all data sharing, combining these adjustments improves privacy without breaking core functionality. The tag covers practical guides for users seeking to understand and apply these controls, focusing on Windows 11's default behaviors and the trade-offs involved in hardening privacy.