This data collection is enabled by default and sent over to Microsoft servers without the average user knowing how and why is this data is being collected. Unless you are adventurous, I suggest you wait for the first stable version of the application before you run it.Windows 10 comes with many services and features that spy on how everyone is using their Windows computers. The core functionality, the tweaking of privacy settings and firewall functionality, works on the other hand and that is more important than spelling mistakes. in a large number of spelling errors or loading time when it comes to some program options (firewall rules). The current version is beta and it shows, e.g. Private Winten is a promising program for advanced users. block or custom, and also to stop notifications only. Rules can be set permanently or temporarily, and you may set any of the available rule types, e.g. The prompts work as expected: they highlight the program name and path, outbound IP, port and protocol. The connection status can be changed in the interface programs can be removed or added, and a log is available that lists previous connection attempts.Īccess can be allowed or blocked you may also allow LAN only connections, or create custom rules for the application. Private Winten displays all existing firewall rules, programs, and their access rights. The firewall frontend blocks program access by default and displays prompts whenever an unidentified program tries to establish outbound connections.įirewall management is built-into the application. Inexperienced users may need to research certain settings or use trial and error to make changes. The program is designed for advanced users as you find no description, explanation, or suggestions. Some tweaks require the disabling of services, scheduled tasks, or the blocking of files as well.

A difference to many other tweaking programs for Windows 10 is that Private Winten does not just rely on making changes to the Registry or using the Group Policy Editor.

Windows privacy tweaker