How to reset Windows Recall settings and data on Windows 11

• To reset Windows 11 Recall, open Settings > Privacy & security > Recall & snapshots > Advanced settings, then click “Reset Recall.”
• This action deletes all snapshots and filters, resets all feature settings to their default state, and disables the feature.
• It is available starting with build 26200.5651 (KB5060818) and newer.

On Windows 11, you can now fully reset the “Recall” feature to wipe all saved snapshots and return its settings to the factory defaults. In this guide, I’ll teach you the steps to perform this reset step by step.

If you have a Copilot+ PC and have been using Windows Recall, this reset option can be particularly useful. It’s a practical solution for troubleshooting when the AI-powered feature isn’t working as expected. It also offers peace of mind if you’re concerned about privacy, allowing you to erase snapshots that may contain sensitive data.

While the feature has long included the option to delete saved snapshots, starting with Windows 11 build 26200.5651 (KB5060818) and newer, Microsoft introduced a dedicated “Reset Recall” button. This new option clears both the configuration settings and stored data with a single click—no extra steps required. It also disables Recall as its default configuration.

In this guide, I’ll explain the steps to reset Windows Recall to its factory default settings while also erasing the snapshots of your activities.

Reset Recall to its default settings on Windows 11

To reset the Windows Recall feature, follow these steps:

1. Open Settings.

2. Click on Privacy & security.

3. Click the Recall & snapshots page.

4. Click on Advanced settings.

   

5. Click the Reset Recall button.

   

6. Click the Reset button.

After completing these steps, Windows 11 will delete all collected snapshots, filters for apps and websites, and restore all settings for Recall to their original defaults. This action also disables the feature, because it’s original state.

If the option isn’t available on your Copilot+ PC, it’s because you may not be using the version of Windows 11 that includes the feature.