Don't get us wrong: we adore Microsoft Edge (and believe you will as well), but something recently came to our attention that we wanted to share.
It's always a good idea to be aware of what's going on behind the scenes in your browser. You might also be interested in learning about the Microsoft Edge setting. It's the one that sends the images you see on the internet to Microsoft.
While this may not appear to be a huge deal at first glance (it's done to improve the images), some business owners may be concerned about the privacy implications. After all, you never know who is viewing your browsing history.
The good news is that if you're concerned, you can easily disable this feature. Here's how it's done:
- Open Microsoft Edge and click on the three dots ("More actions") in the upper-right corner of the screen
- Select "Settings" from the drop-down menu
- Scroll down and click on "Privacy, search, and services"
- Under the "Services" section, turn off the toggle switch next to "Improve your web experience by allowing Microsoft to use information about websites you browse to improve search suggestions, or to show you more relevant advertising"
That's all! You've removed the feature that sends images to Microsoft with simply a few clicks.
Of course, there are additional settings in Edge that you may wish to investigate. Such as those that allow you to change your data collection preferences or those that minimize pop-ups and redirects.
Why should you spend a few minutes going over your browser settings? For one thing, it can assist protect your online privacy and security. You can make informed decisions about what data to share (and what to keep private) if you are aware of what your browser is doing.
Don't worry, you don't need to be a tech expert to understand these settings. Microsoft has done an excellent job of making them simple and straightforward, with clear explanations and helpful tips along the way.
If you ever get stuck, our team is here to help.
