In depth with Windows 11 Recall—and what Microsoft has (and hasn’t) fixed

Microsoft is bringing back Recall for Windows 11, but only for a small subset of PCs labeled Copilot+. This feature, which was previously controversial due to its extensive data collection and major security flaws, now includes significant improvements after a rushed release that caused widespread concern. The updated Recall will be available through the Insider Preview channels this time around, it’s turned off by default, and users can remove it if they don’t want it installed globally. Microsoft has addressed previous issues with encryption, automated sensitivity checks, and frequent reauthentication to enhance security, ensuring users’ data remains protected from unauthorized access.