How to Configure Feedback Frequency in Windows 11

Windows 11 periodically asks for your feedback about the operating system and installed apps. If you find these prompts annoying or want to increase them to help shape future updates, you can adjust how often they appear. This guide walks you through changing the feedback frequency in Windows 11 Settings, with steps for both current and older builds.

What You’ll Need

A Windows 11 PC with administrator access (you’ll need to be signed in as an administrator to change this setting).
An internet connection (to send feedback, though changing the setting itself works offline).

Step-by-Step

Open Settings. Press Windows + I on your keyboard, or click the Start button and select the gear icon.
Go to Privacy & Security. In the left sidebar, click Privacy & security. If you don’t see it, you might be on an older build where it’s just Privacy.
Select Diagnostics & feedback. Scroll down in the right pane and click Diagnostics & feedback.
Scroll to the Feedback section. You’ll see a heading labeled Feedback with two options: Feedback frequency and Feedback requests (on some builds).
Choose your frequency. Click the drop-down menu under Feedback frequency. You’ll see options like Automatically, Never, Once a day, Once a week, and Once a month. Select the one that suits you.
Optional: Disable feedback requests entirely. If you want to stop all prompts, you can also toggle off Feedback requests (if available). This is separate from the frequency setting and stops the system from asking for feedback at all.
Close Settings. Your changes save automatically. No restart is needed.

If you’re on an older Windows 11 build (before version 22H2), the steps are slightly different:

Open Settings > Privacy & security > Diagnostics & feedback.
Under Feedback frequency, choose from Automatically, Never, Once a day, Once a week, or Once a month.

Common Mistakes

Confusing feedback frequency with diagnostic data. The Diagnostic data section controls what data is sent to Microsoft, not how often you’re asked for feedback. Changing the frequency doesn’t affect data collection.
Looking for the setting in the wrong place. Some users search for “Feedback” in the Settings search bar and end up in the Feedback Hub app. The setting is only in Privacy & security.
Expecting immediate changes. If you set it to “Never,” you might still see a feedback prompt that was already scheduled. It stops future prompts, not ones already queued.
Not having admin rights. If you’re not an administrator, the drop-down may be grayed out. You’ll need to ask an admin to change it.

Tips

Use “Never” if you find prompts intrusive. This stops all feedback requests, but you can still manually send feedback via the Feedback Hub app whenever you want.
Choose “Automatically” if you want to help improve Windows. This lets Microsoft decide when to ask, which is usually after significant updates or when it detects a problem.
Set a specific frequency like “Once a week” to balance participation and annoyance. This is a good middle ground for most users.
If you’re part of the Windows Insider Program, feedback frequency is often more relevant. You can still change it here, but you may receive more prompts by design.
Check for Group Policy if you manage multiple PCs. For enterprise environments, you can configure feedback frequency via Group Policy (Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Data Collection and Preview Builds). This is more advanced and not needed for most users.

Troubleshooting

The drop-down is grayed out. This usually means you’re not signed in as an administrator. Sign out and back in with an admin account, or ask your IT department to change it.
You don’t see the “Feedback frequency” option. This can happen if Windows 11 is not updated. Go to Settings > Windows Update and install any pending updates. The setting has been present since the initial release, but some builds may have it in a different location (e.g., under Gaming in very early builds).
Changes don’t seem to stick. If you set it to “Never” but still get prompts, restart your PC. If it persists, check if a third-party app is overriding the setting (unlikely but possible). You can also try toggling it to another option and back.
You can’t find the setting at all. Use the search bar in Settings and type “feedback frequency.” If nothing shows, you might be on a very old build. Update Windows and try again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing feedback frequency affect performance?

No. It only controls how often Windows asks for your opinion. It has no impact on system speed or resource usage.

Can I set it to “Never” and still send feedback manually?

Yes. The Feedback Hub app is always available. You can open it from the Start menu and submit feedback anytime, regardless of your frequency setting.

Does this setting also control feedback for apps from the Microsoft Store?

No. This setting applies to Windows system feedback. Individual apps may have their own feedback prompts, which you can usually disable in the app’s settings.

Why is the option missing on my PC?

It could be due to an outdated build or a device managed by an organization. Check for Windows updates first. If you’re on a work or school PC, the setting might be hidden by policy.

What’s the difference between “Feedback frequency” and “Feedback requests”?

Feedback frequency is how often Windows asks for feedback in general. Feedback requests (on some builds) is a separate toggle that specifically controls whether Windows can show you notifications asking for feedback. Turning off requests is a more direct way to stop prompts.

Will this setting reset after a Windows update?

Generally, no. Your preference is preserved across updates. However, major feature updates (like version 24H2) sometimes reset some privacy settings. It’s worth checking after a big update.

General steps for current mainstream versions; menus can differ by device and version. See the disclaimer or report an error.

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