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XPCGSBoom
Copper Contributor
Jul 11, 2026

Copilot on Edge Android InPrivate Now Requires Sign‑In — Guest Mode No Longer Accessible

Hello,  

 

I’m experiencing an issue when trying to use Copilot on the web while browsing in InPrivate mode on Microsoft Edge for Android. Until recently, I was able to open Copilot and start a guest conversation without signing in. This allowed me to keep separate chats easily.

 

Starting today, whenever I open the Copilot website in an InPrivate tab, I immediately get a pop‑up screen that says:

 

> Sign in to Copilot  

> Upload files, use Voice without limits, and make Copilot yours with memory across conversations.

 

It then gives me three sign‑in options: Microsoft, Apple, and Google. None of these let me continue as a guest, and there is no “Maybe later” or “Continue without signing in” option anymore.

 

Problem

I am no longer able to access Copilot as a guest. The sign‑in screen appears every time, and I cannot bypass it. It seems like guest access has been removed, at least on Edge Android InPrivate.

 

Expected Behavior

Previously, Copilot allowed free guest access without requiring an account login. I would like to continue using Copilot in this way, especially for keeping conversations separate.

 

Actual Behavior

Copilot forces a sign‑in screen and does not allow guest access at all.

 

Questions

1. Has guest access to Copilot been officially removed?  

2. Is this change intentional or a temporary bug?  

3. Can the previous behavior be restored so users can chat without signing in?

 

Scenario Summary

- Service: Copilot  

- Issue: Unable to open Copilot without signing in  

- Result: Copilot shows the “Sign in to Copilot” screen and blocks guest access  

- Device: Microsoft Edge (Android), InPrivate mode  

 

Any clarification or fix would be appreciated.

 

Thank you.

android
copilot
Guest mode
InPrivate browsing
microsoft edge
Sign‑in issue
Web experience

2 Replies

  • Rigby745's avatar
    Rigby745
    Copper Contributor
    Jul 18, 2026

    Hi, dear user ; greetings and salutations, however.

     

    Even if I'm taking into account your post about the inability to access Copilot in Guest mode, I understand your frustration regarding the mandatory login and the fact that Copilot cannot be accessed without an account.

     

    Even though you indicated that this only affects InPrivate mode on Microsoft Edge for Android, please note that it affects all browsers (regardless of the device or browsing mode).

     

    The three buttons do not allow you to bypass the mandatory login, and it is not possible to skip this window.

     

    It then gives me three sign‑in options: Microsoft, Apple, and Google. None of these let me continue as a guest, and there is no “Maybe later” or “Continue without signing in” option anymore.

     

     

    Please let me know if you have more questions.

     

    Regards -

    Rigby745

  • Rigby745's avatar
    Rigby745
    Copper Contributor
    Jul 17, 2026

    Hi XPCGSBoom! Greetings and salutations!

     

    I'm your best tech assistant and BFDI/II Fan. Rigby745 here.

     

    I've taken note of your post regarding your inability to use Copilot on Microsoft Edge Android in InPrivate mode.

    I understand your frustration regarding the removal of Guest Mode and the inability to use Copilot without an account.

    In fact, this doesn't just affect Edge on Android in InPrivate mode. It affects ALL Browsers, regardless of the browsing mode or the device you're using.

    Unfortunately, I don't know if it's truly official, but it's not really a bug. I suggest keeping an eye on Microsoft's social media channels and—if possible—forums like Reddit if you want more information and updates on this.

     

    Tell me if you need more information or something else!

     

    Have a nice day, dear Microsoft user!

     

    -Rigby745