Windows Insider builds and beta builds are a great way to get a sneak peek of the upcoming update. With the upcoming Windows 11 release, many users across the globe have joined the Insider program to test drive the new operating system. However, some users find the “Evaluation Copy” watermark quite annoying. So, what is it? Should you be worried about it? Has your copy of Windows expired? Let’s find out!

Evaluation copy watermark is a watermark that Windows adds to your desktop in the lower right corner of your screen. This watermark displays your current build, your Windows edition, and the preferred variant. This is intended to let the user know at a glance what their current beta or dev build is.

However, if you use your machine for daily tasks, it can be an annoying addition to your desktop. In such cases, you can use the methods below to disable it on your system.

Watermarked copies are a great way for companies to track where their software is being distributed and if it is being used illegally. Many pirated copies of Windows are usually final insider betas and dev builds that end up in the hands of malicious users. Adding a watermark can help you identify such installations and, more importantly, let you know that you are not running a genuine copy of Windows. Note, however, that this is different from the “Your copy of Windows is not genuine” watermark, which never goes away and is an embarrassment. The watermark on the evaluation copy is only there to make you aware of your build. The watermark will automatically go away after a certain period of time.