Changelog - Version 3.9 This update introduces several new tweaks focused on enhancing user privacy and providing more UI customization options.
New Tweaks Added:
Privacy Enhancements:
priv_disable_widgets_news_interests: Added a new tweak to disable the Widgets (News and Interests) feature via HKLM policy. This helps reduce unsolicited content and potential data collection.
priv_disable_suggested_actions_clipboard: Introduced a tweak to disable Suggested Actions that appear when copying content like dates or phone numbers, giving users more control over clipboard behavior.
priv_disable_error_reporting_hklm_direct: Added a more direct method to disable Windows Error Reporting at the HKLM registry level.
UI Customizations:
ui_disable_startup_sound_system: Added a tweak to disable the Windows startup sound using a system policy, allowing for a quieter boot experience.
ui_disable_ambient_lighting_control: Introduced a tweak to disable Windows control over ambient lighting devices, giving users more direct control via peripheral-specific software.
ui_disable_lock_screen_policy: Added a policy-based tweak to disable the Windows Lock Screen, allowing users to proceed directly to the login screen.
Preset Profile Updates:
The “Enhanced Privacy Focus” preset has been updated to include:
priv_disable_widgets_news_interests
priv_disable_suggested_actions_clipboard
priv_disable_error_reporting_hklm_direct
The “UI Streamline & Classic Feel” preset has been updated to include:
ui_disable_startup_sound_system
ui_disable_ambient_lighting_control
ui_disable_lock_screen_policy
Notes:
As always, review the risk level and restart requirements for each tweak before applying.