How to change Privacy Settings in Windows 8

Description: Shows how to change different privacy settings.

  1. Press the Windows Key and the letter I on the keyboard to open the Settings charm and choose Change PC settings.
    Windows 8 Settings, Change PC Settings
  2. Select Privacy.
    Windows 8 PC Settings, Privacy
  3. From here the privacy settings can be changed, such as allowing or denying apps to access your location or personal account information. Click on the Toggle Switch to turn on or off a privacy setting.
    Windows 8 Privacy Settings

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