01Using Windows Settings

  • Open the Start menu and click on the gear-shaped icon to open the Settings app.
  • In the Settings app, click on 'Update & Security'.
  • Navigate to the 'Windows Update' tab.
  • Click on 'Advanced options'.
  • Under the 'Pause updates' section, toggle the switch to 'On'.
  • This will temporarily disable automatic updates for a certain period of time.
  • If you want to completely disable automatic updates, scroll down and click on 'Advanced options' again.
  • Toggle the switch under the 'Choose when updates are installed' section to 'Off'.
  • Please note that disabling automatic updates may leave your system vulnerable to security threats. Make sure to regularly check for updates and install them manually.

02Using Group Policy Editor

  • Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
  • Type 'gpedit.msc' and press Enter. This will open the Group Policy Editor.
  • In the Group Policy Editor, navigate to 'Computer Configuration' > 'Administrative Templates' > 'Windows Components' > 'Windows Update'.
  • Double-click on the 'Configure Automatic Updates' policy on the right-hand side.
  • Select the 'Disabled' option.
  • Click on 'Apply' and then 'OK' to save the changes.
  • Please note that the Group Policy Editor is only available in certain versions of Windows, such as Windows 10 Pro, Enterprise, and Education.

Conclusion

Disabling auto-update on Windows can give you more control over when updates are installed. However, it is important to regularly check for updates manually to ensure that your system stays secure and up to date.

MethodsDetails
Windows SettingsOpen Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > Advanced options > Toggle off automatic updates
Group Policy EditorOpen Group Policy Editor > Navigate to Windows Update > Configure Automatic Updates > Disabled
Windows
auto-update
disable