Explore new ways to create, connect, and see clearly with Copilot—AI tools that help you design, chat, learn, and stay in sync. Explore new ways to create, connect, and see clearly with Copilot—AI tools that help you design, chat, learn, and stay in sync. AI-powered insights on what you see Start group conversations Make your next masterpiece Copilot has a new look Copilot on your Windows PC Copilot on Windows brings recent files, apps, and chats to the forefront, so you can pick up right where you left off. Copilot on Windows brings recent files, apps, and chats to the forefront, so you can pick up right where you left off. Create images with Copilot See what’s possible—then make it your own with Copilot Imagine. See what’s possible—then make it your own with Copilot Imagine. Ask Copilot to create images in custom styles. Ask Copilot to create images in custom styles. Go abstract and see what Copilot delivers. How about a heat image cow? Go abstract and see what Copilot delivers. How about a heat image cow? Set the scene for your vision using words like ‘floating jellyfish with peach-pink-yellow tendrils’. Set the scene for your vision using words like ‘floating jellyfish with peach-pink-yellow tendrils’. Get funky and have fun with your ideas. Get funky and have fun with your ideas. Make it dreamy with descriptive prompts. Make it dreamy with descriptive prompts. Work with Copilot to visualize what you want to see, from art to architecture and beyond. Work with Copilot to visualize what you want to see, from art to architecture and beyond. Ask Copilot to create images in custom styles. Ask Copilot to create images in custom styles. Go abstract and see what Copilot delivers. How about a heat image cow? Go abstract and see what Copilot delivers. How about a heat image cow? Set the scene for your vision using words like ‘floating jellyfish with peach-pink-yellow tendrils’. Set the scene for your vision using words like ‘floating jellyfish with peach-pink-yellow tendrils’. Get funky and have fun with your ideas. Get funky and have fun with your ideas. Make it dreamy with descriptive prompts. Make it dreamy with descriptive prompts. Work with Copilot to visualize what you want to see, from art to architecture and beyond. Work with Copilot to visualize what you want to see, from art to architecture and beyond. Your privacy matters Copilot safeguards your privacy, data, and security while remembering details that matter to you. And, you can manage your Copilot experience and set preferences anytime in your Copilot Privacy settings. Copilot safeguards your privacy, data, and security while remembering details that matter to you. And, you can manage your Copilot experience and set preferences anytime in your Copilot Privacy settings. On your PC or Mac Get real-time help with Copilot online, from small tasks to big asks and so much in between. Get real-time help with Copilot online, from small tasks to big asks and so much in between. Take Copilot with you wherever you go to get quick support with the power of AI. Take Copilot with you wherever you go to get quick support with the power of AI. Try Copilot online Start using Copilot free and get fast answers, fresh ideas, and AI support anytime. Start using Copilot free and get fast answers, fresh ideas, and AI support anytime. Frequently asked questions Explore questions by category. Our privacy content has moved. Learn more about conversation history, model training, and personalization in our Privacy FAQ . Explore questions by category. Our privacy content has moved. Learn more about conversation history, model training, and personalization in our Privacy FAQ . Get the most out of Copilot What is Microsoft Copilot? Microsoft Copilot is your digital companion designed to inform, entertain, and inspire. Using advanced AI, Copilot understands your questions and requests , provides direct answers, assists with writing, and even creates images. It's like having a smart, helpful friend at your fingertips! What is Microsoft Copilot? Microsoft Copilot is your digital companion designed to inform, entertain, and inspire. Using advanced AI, Copilot understands your questions and requests , provides direct answers, assists with writing, and even creates images. It's like having a smart, helpful friend at your fingertips! What can I do with Copilot? Whether you start with a question or a request, Copilot can give advice, feedback, straightforward answers, and creative help: Get answers: Got a burning question or need info on a specific topic? Ask Copilot, and you'll get a direct response. Conduct research: Need the latest information or a quick summary on a subject? Copilot can search the web and provide concise summaries with sources. Have engaging conversations: Whether you're looking to chat about a topic, need a non-judgmental conversation partner, or simply want to vent, Copilot is here to engage in meaningful discussions. Enhance language skills: Need help with translations, learning a new language, or Improving your writing ? Just ask Copilot for help. Boost creativity: Whether it's brainstorming for a project, crafting a social post or email, or creating an image, Copilot can help you kickstart and polish your work. What can I do with Copilot? Whether you start with a question or a request, Copilot can give advice, feedback, straightforward answers, and creative help: Get answers: Got a burning question or need info on a specific topic? Ask Copilot, and you'll get a direct response. Get answers: Got a burning question or need info on a specific topic? Ask Copilot, and you'll get a direct response. Conduct research: Need the latest information or a quick summary on a subject? Copilot can search the web and provide concise summaries with sources. Conduct research: Need the latest information or a quick summary on a subject? Copilot can search the web and provide concise summaries with sources. Have engaging conversations: Whether you're looking to chat about a topic, need a non-judgmental conversation partner, or simply want to vent, Copilot is here to engage in meaningful discussions. Have engaging conversations: Whether you're looking to chat about a topic, need a non-judgmental conversation partner, or simply want to vent, Copilot is here to engage in meaningful discussions. Enhance language skills: Need help with translations, learning a new language, or Improving your writing ? Just ask Copilot for help. Enhance language skills: Need help with translations, learning a new language, or Improving your writing ? Just ask Copilot for help. Boost creativity: Whether it's brainstorming for a project, crafting a social post or email, or creating an image, Copilot can help you kickstart and polish your work. Boost creativity: Whether it's brainstorming for a project, crafting a social post or email, or creating an image, Copilot can help you kickstart and polish your work. How should I interact with Copilot? To get started, simply type your message and send it. Alternatively, in select markets, you can click the microphone button and speak your mind. To improve your overall experience, consider trying the following: Use natural language and interact as if you're talking with a friend. The more you converse naturally, the better Copilot can understand your needs and provide tailored assistance. This approach helps Copilot learn your preferences and deliver an even more engaging and helpful experience throughout your conversations. Ask questions and follow up. Copilot provides direct answers and remembers your follow-up questions to give meaningful replies. Whether you want to learn more, reframe the answer, or question the response, Copilot will respond with context in mind. Ask Copilot to rephrase responses. Just say something like, “Can you explain that more simply?”, “break that down in simpler terms”, or “explain that like I’m a beginner” and Copilot will reply with an answer that’s easier to understand. Ask for different formats. Would you prefer to see an answer as a list or table? Just ask. How should I interact with Copilot? To get started, simply type your message and send it. Alternatively, in select markets, you can click the microphone button and speak your mind. To improve your overall experience, consider trying the following: Use natural language and interact as if you're talking with a friend. The more you converse naturally, the better Copilot can understand your needs and provide tailored assistance. This approach helps Copilot learn your preferences and deliver an even more engaging and helpful experience throughout your conversations. Use natural language and interact as if you're talking with a friend. The more you converse naturally, the better Copilot can understand your needs and provide tailored assistance. This approach helps Copilot learn your preferences and deliver an even more engaging and helpful experience throughout your conversations. Ask questions and follow up. Copilot provides direct answers and remembers your follow-up questions to give meaningful replies. Whether you want to learn more, reframe the answer, or question the response, Copilot will respond with context in mind. Ask questions and follow up. Copilot provides direct answers and remembers your follow-up questions to give meaningful replies. Whether you want to learn more, reframe the answer, or question the response, Copilot will respond with context in mind. Ask Copilot to rephrase responses. Just say something like, “Can you explain that more simply?”, “break that down in simpler terms”, or “explain that like I’m a beginner” and Copilot will reply with an answer that’s easier to understand. Ask Copilot to rephrase responses. Just say something like, “Can you explain that more simply?”, “break that down in simpler terms”, or “explain that like I’m a beginner” and Copilot will reply with an answer that’s easier to understand. Ask for different formats. Would you prefer to see an answer as a list or table? Just ask. Ask for different formats. Would you prefer to see an answer as a list or table? Just ask. How old do I have to be to use Copilot? Copilot is available to customers over the age of 18. We have also expanded access to users under 18 subject to minimum age requirements that vary by country or region. Copilot is inaccessible to users under the ages listed here (note: these restrictions apply regardless of parental consent or account management). If your country or region is not listed, then the minimum age requirement is 13. Additional age restrictions may apply to new or experimental features, including those released through Copilot Labs or to Microsoft 365 Premium subscribers. How old do I have to be to use Copilot? Copilot is available to customers over the age of 18. We have also expanded access to users under 18 subject to minimum age requirements that vary by country or region. Copilot is inaccessible to users under the ages listed here (note: these restrictions apply regardless of parental consent or account management). If your country or region is not listed, then the minimum age requirement is 13. Additional age restrictions may apply to new or experimental features, including those released through Copilot Labs or to Microsoft 365 Premium subscribers.

What languages does Copilot support? Copilot will automatically recognize the language you’re using and respond accordingly. Information on currently-supported languages is available at Supported languages for Microsoft Copilot . What languages does Copilot support? Copilot will automatically recognize the language you’re using and respond accordingly. Information on currently-supported languages is available at Supported languages for Microsoft Copilot . What’s the difference between Copilot and Microsoft 365 Premium? Copilot provides a free baseline experience, while Microsoft 365 Premium, a paid subscription, unlocks powerful AI 1 tools, productivity apps, and advanced security. Premium subscribers get the highest usage limits for Copilot features, exclusive access to advanced AI capabilities, and apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook with Copilot built in. You also get up to 6 TB of cloud storage (1 TB per user), Microsoft Defender, and AI-powered tools like Designer and Clipchamp—all in one plan. To learn more about the Copilot and Microsoft 365 Premium experiences, visit the Microsoft 365 Premium page . What’s the difference between Copilot and Microsoft 365 Premium? Copilot provides a free baseline experience, while Microsoft 365 Premium, a paid subscription, unlocks powerful AI 1 tools, productivity apps, and advanced security. Premium subscribers get the highest usage limits for Copilot features, exclusive access to advanced AI capabilities, and apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook with Copilot built in. You also get up to 6 TB of cloud storage (1 TB per user), Microsoft Defender, and AI-powered tools like Designer and Clipchamp—all in one plan. To learn more about the Copilot and Microsoft 365 Premium experiences, visit the Microsoft 365 Premium page . How do I access Copilot? You can access Microsoft Copilot: Online at https://copilot.microsoft.com On your phone via the Android or iOS mobile app On your Mac with the Copilot app On your Windows PC with the Copilot app On your Edge browser by clicking the Copilot icon on the top right In your Xbox Mobile App and Game Bar for Windows 11 How do I access Copilot? You can access Microsoft Copilot: Online at https://copilot.microsoft.com On your phone via the Android or iOS mobile app On your Mac with the Copilot app On your Windows PC with the Copilot app On your Edge browser by clicking the Copilot icon on the top right In your Xbox Mobile App and Game Bar for Windows 11 Online at https://copilot.microsoft.com Online at https://copilot.microsoft.com On your phone via the Android or iOS mobile app On your phone via the Android or iOS mobile app On your Mac with the Copilot app On your Mac with the Copilot app On your Windows PC with the Copilot app On your Windows PC with the Copilot app On your Edge browser by clicking the Copilot icon on the top right On your Edge browser by clicking the Copilot icon on the top right In your Xbox Mobile App and Game Bar for Windows 11 In your Xbox Mobile App and Game Bar for Windows 11 What is Copilot Labs and how do I access it? Copilot Lab features are experimental AI initiatives. We invite you to stay up to date on our latest experiments and learn more here . What is Copilot Labs and how do I access it? Copilot Lab features are experimental AI initiatives. We invite you to stay up to date on our latest experiments and learn more here . Using Copilot integrations What is Copilot on Windows? Copilot on Windows is your AI assistant built into the PC experience, helping you quickly find information, adjust settings, and get tasks done with ease. Learn more at Microsoft Support . What is Copilot on Windows? Copilot on Windows is your AI assistant built into the PC experience, helping you quickly find information, adjust settings, and get tasks done with ease. Learn more at Microsoft Support . Wake word for Copilot on Windows What is the Copilot on Windows wake word? Copilot on Windows users can invoke Copilot with the phrase “Hey Copilot”. This opt-in feature gives you a new way to easily start a conversation with Copilot Voice, anytime the feature is enabled, your PC is unlocked, and the Copilot app is running. End your conversation by tapping the X on the Copilot Voice interface. With this new hands-free experience, you can stay in your flow when you need answers to a question or just need someone to bounce an idea off of. What is the Copilot on Windows wake word? Copilot on Windows users can invoke Copilot with the phrase “Hey Copilot”. This opt-in feature gives you a new way to easily start a conversation with Copilot Voice, anytime the feature is enabled, your PC is unlocked, and the Copilot app is running. End your conversation by tapping the X on the Copilot Voice interface. With this new hands-free experience, you can stay in your flow when you need answers to a question or just need someone to bounce an idea off of. Where can I use the Copilot wake word? Today, the wake word, “Hey Copilot”, is only available on the Copilot on Windows app. Where can I use the Copilot wake word? Today, the wake word, “Hey Copilot”, is only available on the Copilot on Windows app. Is “Hey Copilot” on by default? No, you must enable this feature within Copilot’s settings to use it. To configure click here or: Open Copilot Tap your avatar at the bottom of your sidebar Tap Settings Scroll down to Voice mode Toggle “Listen for ‘Hey Copilot’ to start a conversation on or off”. It is off by default. Is “Hey Copilot” on by default? No, you must enable this feature within Copilot’s settings to use it. To configure click here or: Tap your avatar at the bottom of your sidebar Scroll down to Voice mode Toggle “Listen for ‘Hey Copilot’ to start a conversation on or off”. It is off by default. How do I use “Hey Copilot” once enabled? Anytime your PC is unlocked, the feature is enabled, and the Copilot app is running, simply say “Hey Copilot” or “Hey Copilot, what is the weather in Palm Springs this weekend?” (or whatever question you have) and Copilot Voice will respond. Anytime the wake word is detected you will see the Copilot Voice Floating UI appear on the bottom of your screen and either hear a small chime, or a voice greeting or response from Copilot. You can end a conversation by tapping the X on the Copilot Voice interface or wait a few seconds without speaking and the call will end automatically. The Copilot Voice interface will disappear when the call has ended. How do I use “Hey Copilot” once enabled? Anytime your PC is unlocked, the feature is enabled, and the Copilot app is running, simply say “Hey Copilot” or “Hey Copilot, what is the weather in Palm Springs this weekend?” (or whatever question you have) and Copilot Voice will respond. Anytime your PC is unlocked, the feature is enabled, and the Copilot app is running, simply say “Hey Copilot” or “Hey Copilot, what is the weather in Palm Springs this weekend?” (or whatever question you have) and Copilot Voice will respond. Anytime the wake word is detected you will see the Copilot Voice Floating UI appear on the bottom of your screen and either hear a small chime, or a voice greeting or response from Copilot. Anytime the wake word is detected you will see the Copilot Voice Floating UI appear on the bottom of your screen and either hear a small chime, or a voice greeting or response from Copilot. You can end a conversation by tapping the X on the Copilot Voice interface or wait a few seconds without speaking and the call will end automatically. The Copilot Voice interface will disappear when the call has ended. Why does Windows show my microphone in use when I turn on “Hey Copilot”? Windows will show Copilot in use of the microphone via the Windows System Tray when either of these are true: “Hey Copilot” is enabled and the Copilot app is running in (open, minimized, or running in the background) Any Copilot Voice conversation is going on Why does Windows show my microphone in use when I turn on “Hey Copilot”? Windows will show Copilot in use of the microphone via the Windows System Tray when either of these are true: “Hey Copilot” is enabled and the Copilot app is running in (open, minimized, or running in the background) “Hey Copilot” is enabled and the Copilot app is running in (open, minimized, or running in the background) Any Copilot Voice conversation is going on Any Copilot Voice conversation is going on How do I tell the difference between if Copilot is only listening for the wake word or if I’m in a Copilot Voice conversation? If you see the Copilot Voice interface, you are in a conversation with Copilot Voice. How do I tell the difference between if Copilot is only listening for the wake word or if I’m in a Copilot Voice conversation? If you see the Copilot Voice interface, you are in a conversation with Copilot Voice. Is my data/voice/recordings sent to the cloud when “Hey Copilot” is enabled? No. When “Hey Copilot” is enabled, Copilot uses the microphone with an on-device wake word spotter that only detects the “Hey Copilot” phrase. The wake word spotter uses an on-device 10 second audio buffer in memory. This audio buffer is never recorded or stored locally. When the wake word is detected, the Copilot Voice Floating UI will appear and begin to establish a Copilot Voice conversation. In parallel, the audio buffer will send audio from when “Hey Copilot” was detected to the cloud so it can be used to help answer the question you asked. Is my data/voice/recordings sent to the cloud when “Hey Copilot” is enabled? No. When “Hey Copilot” is enabled, Copilot uses the microphone with an on-device wake word spotter that only detects the “Hey Copilot” phrase. The wake word spotter uses an on-device 10 second audio buffer in memory. This audio buffer is never recorded or stored locally. When the wake word is detected, the Copilot Voice Floating UI will appear and begin to establish a Copilot Voice conversation. In parallel, the audio buffer will send audio from when “Hey Copilot” was detected to the cloud so it can be used to help answer the question you asked. Will “Hey Copilot” work when my PC is off or locked? No, your PC must be powered on and unlocked. It will respond to any voice it hears when unlocked. Will “Hey Copilot” work when my PC is off or locked? No, your PC must be powered on and unlocked. It will respond to any voice it hears when unlocked. Will “Hey Copilot” work if I am offline? Recognition of the wake word is always performed locally and will try to establish a Copilot Voice call when detected. If you're offline, Copilot will attempt to establish a connection but won’t succeed, and the call will end. Copilot Voice responses require internet access and cloud processing, similar to typed interactions. Will “Hey Copilot” work if I am offline? Recognition of the wake word is always performed locally and will try to establish a Copilot Voice call when detected. If you're offline, Copilot will attempt to establish a connection but won’t succeed, and the call will end. Copilot Voice responses require internet access and cloud processing, similar to typed interactions. Will having “Hey Copilot” enabled impact the battery life on my PC? While “Hey Copilot” is optimized to work on a broad variety of devices, some users may find impact on their battery when using this feature. Impact can vary depending on battery size, system configuration, and environment. Users should verify they have the latest updates from Windows Update. If users find their battery life experience to be high, users can disable “Hey Copilot” and use other methods like Press to talk to quickly access Copilot Voice. Will having “Hey Copilot” enabled impact the battery life on my PC? While “Hey Copilot” is optimized to work on a broad variety of devices, some users may find impact on their battery when using this feature. Impact can vary depending on battery size, system configuration, and environment. Users should verify they have the latest updates from Windows Update. If users find their battery life experience to be high, users can disable “Hey Copilot” and use other methods like Press to talk to quickly access Copilot Voice. Will audio quality be impacted if I use a Bluetooth headset? Some Bluetooth headsets may experience reduced audio quality playback when “Hey Copilot” is enabled. Users can check with their headset vendor for latest firmware or drivers which may address the problem. If the issue persists, users can disable “Hey Copilot” and may prefer to use Press to talk to quickly access Copilot Voice instead. Will audio quality be impacted if I use a Bluetooth headset? Some Bluetooth headsets may experience reduced audio quality playback when “Hey Copilot” is enabled. Users can check with their headset vendor for latest firmware or drivers which may address the problem. If the issue persists, users can disable “Hey Copilot” and may prefer to use Press to talk to quickly access Copilot Voice instead. What languages work with “Hey Copilot”? While this feature is available worldwide, the “Hey Copilot” wake word is only trained and available in English. After starting a conversation, you can continue speaking in any language that is currently supported . What languages work with “Hey Copilot”? While this feature is available worldwide, the “Hey Copilot” wake word is only trained and available in English. After starting a conversation, you can continue speaking in any language that is currently supported . Product visuals simulated, and subject to change. Feature and app availability and functionality may vary by region, device type, and browser version. Use of certain features requires sign-in to your Microsoft account . Copilot Terms apply. [ 1 ] App availability varies by device/language. Features vary by platform. Minimum age limits may apply to use of AI features. Details. AI features only available to subscription owner and cannot be shared; usage limits apply. Learn more .