Direct W10Privacy version 3.7.0.4 + Portable -=TeamOS=-

[Mirkec]

Review
W10Privacy can display standard Windows 10 security settings that can be activated as well as deactivated within the program. It prevents Windows from tracking user browsing habits and many other types of information by merely disabling the settings user do not want. Privacy is vital for all persons since nobody likes to have their movements tracked every step of the way. The same goes for computer users, no matter the operating system they are working on.

W10Privacy is one of the many specialized applications that focus on removing all tracking elements from a user's PC, even if the user is not a tech-savvy user. The utility comes with a user-friendly graphic interface, and all its available functions are neatly organized into tabs, each featuring a relevant title. Moreover, W10Privacy is a portable solution, which means that the user does not need to install it on the PC to enjoy its feature-set. Despite its name, , it can also be used on Windows 8.1 computers without any issues.

Users can start by disabling location details about their device, turn off SmartScreen Filter or prevent programs from using advertising ID for experiences across apps. Additionally, users can stop other software utilities from accessing user calendar entries, messages, account info (such as name or picture), or radio stations. W10Privacy can also help users disable speech recognition or the option to display the password while also preventing the camera from being used on the lock screen. When it comes to blocking telemetry and data collection, user set this application to block IP addresses of known Microsoft telemetry servers through the HOSTS file or firewall rules.

Edge is the new default browser of Windows 10, and the user can alter some of its options to protect online privacy. As such, users can disable saving passwords or form entries, block third-party cookies, or prevent SmartScreen Filter from protecting against suspicious downloads and websites. OneDrive can be stopped from running at startup, and it can also be removed from the File Explorer sidebar.

How to use it:
While the design is effortless, there are also three colors to spot the three main settings easily:

1. Green - Recommended is a conservative mode;
2. Yellow - Conditionally recommended - probably the best bet but looked over the choices;
3. Red - Restricted - think of this as geek mode. Better know what the user is doing. Must Run as administrator.

Spoiler: CHANGELOG:

What is new in version 3.7.0.4 (Released on January 27, 2021):

• Under "Settings" the option to specify the size of the W10Privacy window has been integrated;
• It is also now possible to freely select the colors for highlighting the different settings: For this, the HTML facode must be determined as a hex value and stored in the W10Privacy "settings".

What is new in version 3.7.0.3 (Released on December 28, 2020):

• Fixed an issue where the "No automatic restart, user is asked to schedule a restart" setting was not set on Windows Server 2016;
• Extension of the logging of the customized settings in order to better understand problem constellations;
• Updating the texts.

What is new in version 3.7.0.2 (Released on December 20, 2020):

• "Microsoft Edge" uninstall optimized: In the initial 20H2 original state, it was not possible to determine an uninstall key;
• Improvement of German language preferences: spelling and grammar improved, computation in case of unnecessary separation, spelling standardized, line break of tool tips improved;
• Supplement/improvement of the Italian texts.

What is new in version 3.7.0.1 (Released on December 07, 2020):

• Correction/addition to the data protection setting "Disable synchronization of Windows 10 settings with Microsoft";
• Adding the Italian language.

What is new in version 3.7.0.0 (Released on November 23, 2020):

• Uninstall options implemented for Microsoft OneDrive and the new Microsoft Edge;
• Edge policies are now shared for all Windows 10 versions;
• Minor in-program optimizations.

What is new in version 3.6.1.1 (Released on November 18, 2020):

• On systems prior to Windows 10 20H2, the settings for the old Edge browser are now displayed correctly.

What is new in version 3.6.1.0 (Released on November 18, 2020):

• Under certain circumstances, it may be useful to set user-specific edge policies that differ from global settings. The ability to set these settings has now been integrated, but as far as I could test it, the user-specific edge policies can only be set for administrative accounts;
• Settings for the old Edge browser will no longer be displayed for systems 20H2 or more;
• Integration of other app-related settings for phone calls as well as radio technology.

What is new in version 3.6.0.1 (Released on October 29, 2020):

• The policies stored for the new Edge browser did not work in the user context (HKEY_CURRENT_USER). These settings have now been adjusted to require administrative permissions (HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE).

What is new in version 3.6.0.0 (Released on October 29, 2020):

• The ability to disable the checking or setting of HOSTS entries has been integrated ("Extras" -> "Settings"). For users who have (very many) HOSTS entries set over other programs, the W10Privacy start has been significantly slowed down;
• If the setting "Disable the determination of firewall settings" is set, the related options are now also hidden in the "Telemetry" tab;
• Integration of a setting through which W10Privacy can be instructed to always start in an administrative context! But CAUTION: This setting only makes sense on systems where the account under which the program is to be used also has administrative rights. On systems where settings are also to be made under an account with regular user permissions, this setting is completely counterproductive and results in the settings made in each case being set only for the admin account specified during the program launch.

What is new in version 3.5.1.0 (Released on October 25, 2020):

• Marginal internal change related to the newly released;
• Windows 10 20H2 - extension with an uninstall option of the "Cortana" app. Since I never even considered using the app, I did not notice that it can be installed natively since Windows 10 2004.

What is new in version 3.5.0.0 (Released on June 23, 2020):

• Extension of the program by various functions and settings related to the Windows 10 version 2004 released by Microsoft: integration of various settings regarding the new Edge browser, taking into account the changed parameters for deactivating the web search in the start menu, various internal optimizations. Many thanks to Lars for the useful tip!

What is new in version 3.4.0.2 (Released on April 13, 2020):

• Change in the rating of two firewall settings based on user feedback. Many thanks to Jonathan for the tip.

What is new in version 3.4.0.1 (Released on February 03, 2020):

• Troubleshoot the installer: If an installation path that deviates from the standard was used, this generated an invalid uninstallation entry (however, it was still possible to uninstall the "Uninstall.exe" stored in the W10Privacy path)Troubleshooting the Installer: This made in the case that a deviating from the default installation location was used an invalid uninstall entries (via the manual calling the stored in W10Privacy path "Uninstall.exe" was the uninstall but still possible).

What is new in version 3.4.0.0 (Released on January 18, 2020):

• W10 Privacy is now available in the form of an installer. It means that the software installed on a conventional system can also be uninstalled. The program settings of an "installed W10Privacy" are saved in the AppData subfolder "W10Privacy" of the respective user (usually C:\Users\user name\AppData\Roaming\W10Privacy). Of course, the program can still be operated in a portable mode (this can be selected in the installer). The basic idea for the implementation of the installer, the necessary scripts as well as the new graphics & icons were given to me with the kind support of PeterK. provided (this is for the first-class Winamp skin " Quinto Black CT " known;
• Extensive revision of the German texts;
• Added an option to disable notifications about the Windows diagnostic data level when logging in for the first time or when changes are made;
• Added a (further) option to deactivate the advertising ID for apps;
• Add two tweaks, which can be used to switch off some unnecessary information messages;
• Minor improvements: Among other things, e.g., B. the program starts somewhat accelerated if the determination of firewall settings in the program is deactivated.
• The check for updates to the W10 Privacy software was initially removed from the program; it did not work satisfactorily.

What is new in version 3.3.1.0 (Released on October 02, 2019):

• Add two more deactivate tasks;
• Add an application whose outbound traffic should be disabled through the firewall (DeviceCensus.exe);
• Updating the Russian language;
• Detail improvements.

What is new in version 3.3.0.4 (Released on September 07, 2019):

• Integration of additional deactivate tasks, which are related to the Office products. The tasks are only displayed if they also exist on the system;
• Change of red color for restricted settings for better readability. Many thanks to Florin for the hint;
• Fix registry key to disable Windows 10 upgrades. Here space had crept in the key name ("Windows Updates" instead of "Windows Updates").

What is new in version 3.3.0.3 (Released on June 25, 2019):

• Integration of the option to deactivate the task, which carries out the automatic maintenance;
• Fixed a problem that caused a bug when trying to uninstall the XboxIdentityProvider system app. Many thanks to Frédéric for reporting the problem.

What is new in version 3.3.0.1 (Released on April 27, 2019):

• Correction/addition/update of the W10Privacy behind definable HOSTS-entries.

What is new in version 3.3.0.0 (Released on February 21, 2019):

• Extensive customization, so that the forthcoming Windows 10 Version 19H1. From the Build-Version, "18334" can be a variety of other user and System Apps be uninstalled. Also the future Version of Windows, the Background can be configured with the functionality of additional Apps;
• Minor internal optimizations.

System requirements:
OS: Microsoft Windows® Windows® 10.


Install notes:
1. Run the executable file;
2. Enjoy!


Screenshots:

Virus free! No virus signature! 100% clean!​

File: W10Privacy 3.7.0.4 Setup.exe

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MD5: 9F58FE53B321C36467F78D7C99F639F4
SHA1: B0DDF2A08F6C9161A69BDEBE40EEC16E91D3808A
SHA256: A63B6563FD2F799809382F06435D8491580ADC9D4546CB96AB6C0A709412EFD7


Kind regards,
@Mirkec
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[Gabun]

@Mirkec

Looks good, feels good, smells good - Thank you mate

 

[illusions]

Thank you for sharing portable version

 

[zeus01]

Awesome, I am looking for something like this. Windows take information about you always and this is a good tool to reduce it.

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[pinkfloyder]

Great Mirkec, many many thanks!!

 

[Djamalou]

Much appreciated, Thank you very much!

 

[NeoRick]

Thanks you very much @Mirkec

 

[leperdu]

Thank you for this useful tool.

 

[jussy]

Thank you guys alot!
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