How To Stop Windows 10 From Update

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Windows 10 is a great operating system, but sometimes the constant updates can be a bit overwhelming. As a Windows 10 user myself, I understand the frustration of having updates automatically installed without your consent. In this article, I will share some methods to stop Windows 10 from updating, allowing you to have more control over your system.

Method 1: Change the Windows Update Settings

The first method involves changing the Windows Update settings to prevent automatic updates. Here’s how you can do it:

  1. Open the “Settings” app by clicking on the Start menu and then on the gear icon.
  2. Select “Update & Security” from the Settings menu.
  3. In the Update & Security window, click on “Windows Update” in the left sidebar.
  4. Click on “Change active hours” to set the time range when you usually use your computer. During these hours, Windows won’t automatically restart your system for updates.
  5. Scroll down and click on “Advanced options”.
  6. Under the “Pause updates” section, toggle the switch to turn on “Pause until” and select a date up to 35 days in the future. This will temporarily stop updates from being installed during that period.

Method 2: Disable the Windows Update Service

If you want to have more control over Windows updates, you can disable the Windows Update service. Here’s how:

  1. Open the Run dialog by pressing the Windows key + R.
  2. Type “services.msc” and press Enter to open the Services window.
  3. Scroll down and find “Windows Update” in the list of services.
  4. Right-click on “Windows Update” and select “Properties”.
  5. In the Properties window, change the “Startup type” to “Disabled”.
  6. Click on “Apply” and then on “OK” to save the changes.

Method 3: Use Group Policy Editor

If you have the Pro version of Windows 10, you can use the Group Policy Editor to stop automatic updates. Here’s how:

  1. Open the Run dialog by pressing the Windows key + R.
  2. Type “gpedit.msc” and press Enter to open the Group Policy Editor.
  3. In the Group Policy Editor, navigate to “Computer Configuration” > “Administrative Templates” > “Windows Components” > “Windows Update”.
  4. Double-click on “Configure Automatic Updates” in the right pane.
  5. Select “Disabled” to prevent automatic updates.
  6. Click on “Apply” and then on “OK” to save the changes.

Conclusion

While Windows 10 updates are important for security and performance improvements, it’s understandable that you may want more control over when and how they are installed. By following the methods mentioned in this article, you can stop Windows 10 from updating automatically and have a better user experience. Remember to keep your system up to date to ensure the best performance and security.