Microsoft PC Manager

{{Short description|System optimization software}}

{{Infobox software

| title = Microsoft PC Manager

| developer = Microsoft China

| released = {{sda|2024}}

| latest release version = 3.16.1.0

| latest release date = {{sda|2025|03|11|df=y}}{{Cite web

| url = https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9pm860492szd

| title = Microsoft PC Manager

| website = Microsoft Store

| access-date = 2025-03-11}}

| operating system = Windows 10, 11

}}

Microsoft PC Manager is a free utility designed to help keep a Windows PC running smoothly system optimization and performance management tool developed by Microsoft. It is designed to help users maintain the efficiency and performance of their PCs by offering various features that clean up unnecessary files, optimize system settings, and improve security. Microsoft PC Manager was released for Windows 10 and Windows 11.{{Cite web |title=Microsoft's free PC Manager app for Windows 10 and 11 gets even better |url=https://www.pcworld.com/article/2506911/microsofts-free-pc-manager-app-for-windows-10-and-11-gets-even-better.html |access-date=2024-12-12 |website=PCWorld |language=en}} The app has a tool for deleting temporary data and reverting settings such as, controversially, switching default search engine back to Microsoft Bing.{{Cite web |title=Microsoft PC Manager App 'Repairs' Your System by Making Bing the Search Default |url=https://www.pcmag.com/news/microsoft-pc-manager-app-repairs-your-system-by-making-bing-the-search |access-date=2024-11-20 |website=PCMAG |date=16 May 2024 |language=en}}{{Cite web |last=Warren |first=Tom |date=2022-10-21 |title=Microsoft's PC Manager is like CCleaner for your computer |url=https://www.theverge.com/2022/10/21/23416070/microsoft-pc-manager-app-performance-systems-clean-up |access-date=2024-11-20 |website=The Verge |language=en}}{{Cite web |author1=Kristina Terech |date=2024-05-16 |title=Microsoft stoops to new low with ads in Windows 11, as PC Manager tool suggests your system needs 'repairing' if you don't use Bing |url=https://www.techradar.com/computing/windows/microsoft-stoops-to-new-low-with-ads-in-windows-11-as-pc-manager-tool-suggests-your-system-needs-repairing-if-you-dont-use-bing |access-date=2024-11-20 |website=TechRadar |language=en}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.theregister.com/2024/05/16/microsoft_pc_manager_bing/|title=Microsoft PC Manager app suggests Bing as a fix-all • The Register}}{{Cite web |title=Cleanup PC, protection for your computer {{!}} Microsoft PC Manager |url=https://pcmanager.microsoft.com/en-us |access-date=2024-11-20 |website=pcmanager.microsoft.com}}

Some evidence indicates this software is from Microsoft China. The service agreement provided by the official website contains common terms and conditions in the People's Republic of China.{{Cite web |title=电脑管家-微软电脑管家官方网站 |url=https://pcmanager.microsoft.com/zh-cn/termsofservice |access-date=2025-01-20 |website=pcmanager.microsoft.com}} The differences between the English and Chinese service agreements suggest that the Chinese version includes additional clauses tailored to comply with local laws and regulations, as well as to address specific cultural and legal considerations in China. The English terms of service, conversely, offers more detailed information on data collection practices and storage durations, reflecting different regulatory standards and user expectations.{{Cite web |title=Microsoft PC Manager Software Service Use Agreement |url=https://pcmanager.microsoft.com/en-us/termsofservice |access-date=2025-01-31 |website=pcmanager.microsoft.com}}{{or|date=March 2025}}