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This morning Copilot appeared in Word. I do not have a subscription for it, nor do I want it at all. It just appeared in what must have been an update.
I have the most up-to-date word running on a desktop with Windows 11.
I need to disable Copilot. I do not want to see it in the ribbon or right in the middle of the writing space (in the image).
Please advise how to disable, remove or just stop Copilot as I can't seem to remove it. I'm downright frustrated with it and didn't ask or request it. I did not buy it or subscribe to it.
Thank you.
Leah
Edit: Found the best solution was to roll back to a previous version before it updated. I replied further down and used a method that worked for me. Best I can suggest is do that and then start updating again when they allow us to turn stupid Copilot OFF.
2nd Edit: In the newest update (including in Australia) you can now turn it off in word for windows: File -> Options -> copilot (4th option) -> untick enable.
HOORAY! IT IS OFF!!!!!!!!
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I have had an MS subscription for over a decade. I am cancelling it now, since this has not been resolved. Thank you for wasting my time, by not allowing us to easily and simply turn this off.
I cancelled my 365 subscription and purchased Office 2024. No co-pilot. Am finally able to use my Classic Outlook again! One-time purchase. No Subscription. No expensive Annual Renewal. Purchase it directly from Microsoft. There are tempting programs offered on the Internet. I fell victim to one. Their License was Not Valid. I wrestled with the program and the company! Thanks to Trustpilot, I got my money back. Check out MS Office 2024. There are 2 versions. Only difference: Outlook.
Its invasive and herassing in your day-to-day job too. We need on/off
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! Leah, it worked like a charm.
You have absolutely made my whole week!
Copilot can be disabled on word, in More-Options. It can also be removed from the top ribbon. You can follow the instructions here: 5 Ways to Turn Off and Remove Copilot in Word [Windows & Mac]