The following guide offers detailed steps to hide, disable, or uninstall Copilot across Windows, Edge, and Microsoft 365. Whether you want to remove the icon, delete the app, or block its system integration, each solution is explained clearly to help you regain control over your system.
1. Hide Copilot Icon from Taskbar
Copilot appears by default as a taskbar icon in Windows 11 for quick access. This method hides the icon but doesn’t disable the feature entirely — you can still open it using the Win + C shortcut. If you’re planning to uninstall Copilot through PowerShell, you may skip this step.
2. Uninstall Copilot from Windows Settings
Starting with Windows 11 version 24H2, Copilot is available as a standalone app that can be removed via system settings. Note that this uninstalls only the app interface, not all its supporting system components.
3. Uninstall Copilot via PowerShell
This method removes Copilot for all users on the system and deletes its provisioned data. Ensure you have administrative privileges before proceeding. It’s also advised to create a system restore point for safety.
4. Disable Copilot in Microsoft Edge
In Microsoft Edge, Copilot appears as a sidebar feature. This option hides the Copilot button from the toolbar, but doesn’t turn off Bing AI services accessible via the browser.
5. Limit Copilot in Microsoft Office
Copilot in Office 365 is powered by connected services. Disabling these services reduces AI-driven suggestions but doesn’t fully remove the feature. For enterprise setups, admins must enforce this change via policy management.
6. Disable Windows Copilot via Group Policy
This method fully blocks Copilot across the system and is only available on Windows 11 Pro, Enterprise, or Education editions. If you’re using Windows Home, the same policy can be applied using the Registry Editor.
