Microsoft’s March 2025 updates for Windows 10 and Windows 11 have stirred up confusion among users. The updates, while addressing security and performance issues, unintentionally uninstalled the Copilot app on some systems. If you’re scratching your head wondering why your Copilot icon disappeared from the taskbar, here’s the breakdown.
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What Happened?
Unintentional Removal
Microsoft confirmed that the updates for Windows 10 (22H2) and Windows 11 (22H2–24H2) caused Copilot to be uninstalled on certain devices.
Taskbar Icon Missing
Alongside the app removal, the Copilot icon was unpinned from the taskbar, leaving users without easy access.
Affected Systems
This issue appears limited to the standalone Copilot app bundled with Windows, not the Microsoft 365 Copilot version.
Why Did This Happen?
The updates aimed to fix various bugs, such as OpenSSH issues, Hyper-V glitches, and RDP display problems. However, a bug in update KB5053598 unintentionally removed Copilot from some systems. Microsoft acknowledged this error in its support documentation under “Known Issues.”
How to Fix It?
If you’ve lost Copilot after installing the March updates, don’t worry—it’s fixable:
- Visit the Microsoft Store.
- Download and reinstall the Copilot app again.
- Once installed, right-click the app and pin it back to your taskbar for quick access.
Microsoft developers are actively working on a permanent solution to prevent this issue from recurring in future updates. For now, reinstalling Copilot manually is your best option if affected.
This glitch has frustrated many users, but it’s not a dealbreaker—you can restore Copilot easily. Keep an eye on Microsoft’s support pages for further updates as they work toward resolving this problem permanently. Have you been affected by this? Let us know how you’re handling it!