To disable automatic feedback sampling in Windows 10 and 11, open Registry Editor by pressing Windows + R, typing regedit, and navigating to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\DataCollection. Create two DWORD values named DoNotShowFeedbackNotifications and AllowTelemetry, setting both to 1 and 0 respectively, then restart your PC.
Quick Steps:
- Press Windows + R and type
regedit - Navigate to
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\DataCollection - Create DWORD value
DoNotShowFeedbackNotificationsand set to1 - Create DWORD value
AllowTelemetryand set to0 - Restart your computer
Why Disable Automatic Feedback Sampling?
Windows automatically collects feedback and diagnostic data from your computer, which Microsoft uses to improve their products. While this might sound helpful, it can be annoying when you’re working and suddenly get a popup asking for feedback about your experience.
I worked in computer repair for about 10 years, and I saw these feedback notifications interrupt people during important work all the time. Disabling this feature gives you back control over when and if you want to provide feedback to Microsoft.
Beyond the interruptions, many users prefer to limit what data Windows collects and sends back to Microsoft. This registry tweak stops both the feedback prompts and reduces telemetry collection on your system.
Detailed Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Open Registry Editor
Press the Windows key and R together on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box. Type regedit and press Enter. If Windows asks for permission with a User Account Control prompt, click Yes to continue.
Step 2: Navigate to the DataCollection Registry Path
You need to navigate to this path: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\DataCollection. You can either click through the folders on the left side or paste the path directly into the address bar at the top of Registry Editor.
If the DataCollection folder doesn’t exist, you’ll need to create it. Right-click on the Windows folder, select New, then Key, and name it DataCollection.
Step 3: Create the DoNotShowFeedbackNotifications Value
Once you’re in the DataCollection folder, right-click on the empty white space on the right side and select New, then DWORD (32-bit) Value. Name this new value exactly as shown: DoNotShowFeedbackNotifications.
Double-click on the value you just created and change the Value data from 0 to 1. Click OK to save the change.
Step 4: Create the AllowTelemetry Value
Right-click on the empty white space again and create another DWORD (32-bit) Value. Name this one AllowTelemetry. Double-click on it and make sure the Value data is set to 0.
This value controls how much diagnostic data Windows collects. Setting it to 0 means you’re choosing the Security level, which is the minimum amount of data collection available.
Step 5: Restart Your Computer
After creating both registry values, close Registry Editor and restart your PC. The changes will take effect after the reboot, and you won’t see those feedback notifications anymore.
Alternative Method: Use Winhance for Easy Configuration
If editing the registry manually seems intimidating, I created a free tool called Winhance that handles privacy settings like this automatically. It includes options to disable feedback notifications and adjust telemetry settings with just a few clicks, no registry editing required.
Winhance also lets you save your configuration and apply it to future Windows installations, which saves a ton of time if you set up computers regularly. I built it because I got tired of doing the same registry tweaks over and over when working in computer repair.
Common Issues & Solutions
Problem: The DataCollection folder doesn’t exist in my registry
Solution: Create it manually. Right-click on the Windows folder in the path, select New > Key, and name it DataCollection. Then proceed with creating the DWORD values inside it.
Problem: I’m still seeing feedback notifications after restarting
Solution: Double-check that both registry values are spelled exactly right and have the correct data. DoNotShowFeedbackNotifications should be set to 1, and AllowTelemetry should be set to 0. Make sure you restarted your PC after making the changes.
Problem: I don’t have permission to edit the registry
Solution: You need administrator privileges to modify these registry keys. Make sure you’re logged in as an administrator, and click Yes when the User Account Control prompt appears when opening Registry Editor.
Problem: I want to undo these changes
Solution: Navigate back to the same registry path and delete both DWORD values you created. Alternatively, change DoNotShowFeedbackNotifications to 0 and AllowTelemetry to 1 to restore default behavior.
Other Privacy-Related Registry Tweaks
If you’re interested in taking more control over your Windows privacy and performance, you might want to check out how to disable background apps using Registry Editor. Background apps can use system resources and send data even when you’re not actively using them.
Another useful tweak is learning how to disable automatic Windows updates through the registry. While I don’t recommend completely turning off updates for security reasons, having control over when they install can prevent interruptions during important work.
FAQ
Will this break Windows or cause problems?
No, disabling feedback sampling won’t break Windows. These registry changes are safe and only affect whether Windows shows you feedback prompts and how much diagnostic data it collects. Your system will function normally.
Does this work on both Windows 10 and Windows 11?
Yes, this registry method works on both Windows 10 and Windows 11. The registry path and values are the same for both operating systems.
What’s the difference between telemetry levels in Windows?
Windows has different telemetry levels: Security (0), Basic (1), Enhanced (2), and Full (3). Security is the minimum and only available on Enterprise editions. Setting AllowTelemetry to 0 chooses the lowest available level for your Windows edition, which is Basic for Home and Pro versions.
Can I still manually send feedback to Microsoft after disabling this?
Yes, you can still use the Feedback Hub app manually if you want to report bugs or suggest features to Microsoft. This tweak only stops the automatic prompts from appearing, it doesn’t prevent you from voluntarily submitting feedback.
Will this improve my computer’s performance?
You might notice a slight performance improvement since Windows will collect less diagnostic data in the background. The bigger benefit is removing the interruption from feedback notifications, which can pop up at inconvenient times during work or gaming.
