[REPO] Windows 10 TELEMETRY REPOSITORY

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  1. freddie-o

    freddie-o MDL Expert

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    I don't maintain disable_telemetry for Server anymore -- I stopped using Windows Server
     
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  2. Meedas

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    I found a new registry key that you might find interesting to add in a future update. Only works for 24H2/25H2.

    [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\AppPrivacy]
    "LetAppsAccessSystemAIModels"=dword:00000002


    Adding this to the registry forces denial of text and image generation access for all apps using on-device Windows AI models. It disables generative AI features in supported apps, prevents apps from prompting users for permission, and blocks related telemetry.
     
  3. freddie-o

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    #2684 freddie-o, Nov 1, 2025 at 03:44
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    Thanks. I discovered 2 more while I was at it
    Code:
    [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\AppPrivacy]
    "LetAppsAccessSystemAIModels"=dword:0000002
    "LetAppsAccessAdvertisingId"=dword:00000002
    "LetAppsAccessGenerativeAI"=dword:00000002
    
    I also changed their values to "0"

    0 → Disable (force deny)
    2 → Let user decide


    I did the same thing with "disable app permissions" in the disable_telemetry scripts -- changed them all to "0"




    More corrections to the scripts

    I'll be double checking the scripts to see if the registry values are correct
     
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  4. Meedas

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    #2685 Meedas, Nov 1, 2025 at 04:46
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    I found some more that could be potentially added.

    [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Windows Search]
    "DisableSearchAds"=dword:00000001


    Disables ads and sponsored content in Windows Search across the device, including the Start menu search box, search results, and related features like "search highlights" or dynamic suggestions.

    [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\System]
    "EnableSmartNotifications"=dword:00000000
    "DisableSystemPromotions"=dword:00000001

    First one turns off proactive AI enhancements in the Notification Center, reducing background processing and potential privacy concerns from behavior tracking. Standard notifications still work.
    Second one disables system-level promotions and suggestions, blocking content like recommended apps, tips, shortcuts, and ads in the Start menu, Settings app, lock screen, and File Explorer.

    [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\DataCollection]
    "DisableAIPoweredDiagnostics"=dword:00000001


    This disables AI-powered processing of diagnostic data sent to Microsoft as part of Windows telemetry. This prevents the use of machine learning/AI models to analyze crash reports, performance logs, and other optional diagnostic telemetry for generating insights, recommendations, or aggregated reports (e.g., for bug fixes or feature improvements).
     
  5. Meedas

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    I double checked this from a few sources, and it shows the numbers mean the following:

    0 = User in control
    1 = Force allow
    2 = Force deny (disabled)
     
  6. freddie-o

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    Right the original value of "2" is correct. A few sources kept "flip-floping" between 0 and 2 because they claimed it can get confusing
    i had to manually check myself changing the values from 0 to 2, restarting my computer and checking system settings > privacy
    and the correct value for force deny is "2"
     
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  7. freddie-o

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    Spent a few days checking the script(s)
    There are more additions, corrections and restructuring
    I will be testing it first on my system before releasing it
     
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  8. freddie-o

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    Interesting! I just read that AI‑powered diagnostics was here since 2019 -- 6 years ago
     
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