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Privacy-Respecting Windows & Windows-Hardening Tools

Telemetry-Reduced Windows Edition: Windows 10 LTSC
Windows Low Telemetry Enterprise

Windows 10 LTSC removes consumer apps, ads, and frequent feature updates, making it a more stable and less intrusive Windows edition for privacy-minded users.

Windows Privacy Control Utility: O&O ShutUp10++
Tweaks Windows Privacy

O&O ShutUp10++ allows users to disable Windows telemetry, tracking, location services, and background data collection with simple toggles.

Telemetry Blocking Ruleset: WindowsSpyBlocker
Blocking Open Source Windows

WindowsSpyBlocker blocks Microsoft telemetry using firewall rules, hosts files, and registry tweaks for users who want deeper control.

Application Firewall for Windows: SimpleWall
Firewall Windows Network

SimpleWall provides a lightweight interface for Windows Filtering Platform, allowing users to block unwanted outbound connections and telemetry.

Advanced Windows Privacy Tweaker: W10Privacy
Advanced Windows Privacy

W10Privacy exposes hundreds of Windows privacy and security settings, giving advanced users granular control over data collection and services.

Debloat & Privacy Script for Windows: WinUtil
Debloat Open Source Windows

WinUtil removes bloatware, disables telemetry, and applies sensible privacy defaults using a transparent open-source PowerShell interface.

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