How it works
Users interact by text or voice. The AI searches the internet and can use chat history to personalise its responses. Key features include:
• Creating images
• Summarising web pages
• Rewriting text
• Gathering files into a Notebook
Results may not be factually accurate. Adverts are included but are not personalised for under-18s. Users can choose the tone, speed or depth of analysis of Copilot’s responses. It is recommended that people use short prompts and minimise the use of deeper analysis and image creation to reduce the environmental impact of using AI models.
Parental controls or safety settings available
Copilot has no built-in parental controls but has automated filters to block harmful content.
Parents manage access and apply screentime limits through the Microsoft Family Safety app, across Windows, Xbox and Android devices. Edge SafeSearch applies to web results in Edge but not in the Copilot app.
Users can disable training on text or voice conversations and prevent Copilot using their data from other Microsoft products. Memory, personalisation and location can be turned off.
