If a hacker gained access to your Microsoft account, they could download your OneDrive files, bypass your Windows PC’s security, and potentially even track your laptop’s location using GPS. But security isn’t the only reason to tweak your Microsoft account settings—some of them also affect your day-to-day privacy, too.

Hey, I’ll be honest: I found some surprises in my own Microsoft account settings recently, and that’s why I want to share these tips with you. For example, I had no idea Microsoft was sharing my personal data with third-party partners for advertising-related purposes.

Some of these tips are straightforward, others are less obvious. To find your Microsoft account settings, head to account.microsoft.com and sign in with your Microsoft account credentials.

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