Overview
- Microsoft’s published terms for Copilot for Individuals state it is “for entertainment purposes only” and tell users not to rely on it for important advice.
- The document drawing new attention was last updated in October 2025, even as Microsoft promotes Copilot across Windows, Edge, and Office.
- The restriction applies to the free consumer version, while Microsoft 365 Copilot targets workplaces but still cautions that answers can be wrong.
- Microsoft’s own demonstrations have carried reminders that outputs may contain errors and require human verification.
- Other AI providers post similar caveats, and experts warn of automation bias that can lead people to accept plausible but incorrect answers without checking.