Microsoft Copilot free version terms raise eyebrows, but experts say they’re industry standard

Microsoft Copilot's free version terms allow data sharing with third parties for AI training without explicit user consent, raising privacy concerns. Experts warn that while not a traditional vulnerability, the terms may expose sensitive corporate or personal data to potential misuse. The free tier lacks explicit safeguards against unauthorized data exposure, affecting individual and enterprise users relying on the tool for productivity.

Experts say upgrade to the paid version of an AI assistant for better protection.