Last Updated: November 15, 2023
Introduction
Welcome to Microsoft. This privacy statement explains the data collection and usage practices for Microsoft products and services. We are committed to protecting your privacy.
This statement applies to Microsoft websites, applications, services, and software that display or link to this statement (collectively, "Microsoft services").
Collection of Personal Information
Microsoft collects information, including personal information, that you provide when interacting with our services. This can include:
- Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, billing and shipping addresses when you create a Microsoft account.
- Payment Information: Credit card details, billing address for purchases.
- Usage Data: Information about how you use our services, features you use, and interactions with content.
- Device Information: Hardware model, operating system version, unique device identifiers, mobile network information.
- Location Information: Precise or approximate location data from your device.
- Content You Create or Upload: Files, photos, documents, and other content you store or share using Microsoft services.
We also collect information automatically through our services, such as IP addresses, browser types, referring websites, and pages visited.
Use of Personal Information
Microsoft uses the information we collect to:
- Provide and improve our services, including troubleshooting and customer support.
- Personalize your experience and deliver targeted content and advertisements.
- Process your transactions and send you related information.
- Communicate with you, including service updates, security alerts, and promotional messages.
- Conduct research and analysis to develop new products and services.
- Comply with legal obligations.
Data Sharing
Microsoft does not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with your consent, to complete your transactions, or under the following circumstances:
- With Microsoft-controlled subsidiaries and affiliates.
- With vendors or agents working on our behalf for specific purposes.
- To comply with legal requirements or respond to lawful requests.
- In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
Security of Your Information
Microsoft is committed to protecting the security of your personal information. We use a variety of security technologies and procedures to help protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. These include encryption, access controls, and regular security assessments.
Your Choices and Control
You have choices regarding the collection and use of your personal information. You can:
- Access and update your account information through your Microsoft account dashboard.
- Manage your privacy settings and preferences.
- Opt out of receiving promotional communications.
- Control the collection of certain types of data, such as location data, through your device settings.
For more detailed information on managing your privacy, please visit the Microsoft Privacy Dashboard.
Changes to This Privacy Statement
We may update this privacy statement from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new privacy statement on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this privacy statement or Microsoft's privacy practices, please contact us:
- Online: Through our Contact Us page.
- By Mail: Microsoft Corporation, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399, U.S.A.