Allow Online Tips
This `REG_DWORD` value controls whether the Windows Settings app may retrieve online tips and help content from Microsoft content services.
since 0.9.8.11
Purpose
Show registry keys (1)
HKLM\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer\AllowOnlineTips
This REG_DWORD value controls whether the Windows Settings app may retrieve online tips and help content from Microsoft content services.
A value of 0 disallows retrieval. Settings does not contact Microsoft content services for this purpose. A value of 1 allows retrieval.
Notes
Security
Disallowing retrieval prevents the external communication initiated by Settings specifically for online tips and help content. Its scope is limited to that content; it does not generally disable other online features, Microsoft services, or Windows network connections.
Possible side effects
When the value is 0, tips and help content retrieved from Microsoft content services are unavailable in the Settings app. The Settings pages themselves and their management functions remain available.
Notes
This is a device-wide setting.
It is distinct from policies that control other Windows tips, recommendations, tailored experiences, or Windows spotlight features.
Microsoft documentation
Microsoft Learn: Policy CSP – Settings – AllowOnlineTips
Microsoft Learn: Manage connections from Windows components to Microsoft services