While Automatic Updates are convenient and ensures updated security patches, its frustrating at the same time.

As a result, you might want to completely disable or stop automatic updates on Windows 10.

Not all the updates bring enhancements to the system; some updates might bring additional bugs.

Advanced Options - Stop Automatic Updates on Windows 10

These bugs often affect the user experience negatively.

These methods are tested and work effectively.

Using this method, you’re free to pause updates until the day you like.

Select Date to Pause Updates - Stop Automatic Updates on Windows 10

it’s possible for you to also undo these changes anytime by following the same process above.

But ensure to chooseSelect dateinStep 4.

Alternatively, it’s possible for you to click theResume Updatesbutton on the Windows Update options to resume updates.

Access Group Policy Editor to Stop Automatic Updates on Windows

Previously, Windows 10 allowed users to delay feature and security updates.

Unlike the options method, you will still have the option to choose updates manually.

you’re able to find them underSettings > Updates & Security > Windows Update.

Using Group Policy Editor on Windows 10 to Stop Automatic Updates

Click onCheck for Updatesto choose which updates to install manually.

Remember that Registry editing is a risky gamble.

We recommend you take a full backup before you want to stop automatic updates using Registry.

Disable/Stop Automatic Updates in Group Policy Editor

After completing these steps, Windows will completely stop automatic updates on your setup.

By limiting those updates, youll be notified before downloading and installing updates by Windows.

It can be done easily by setting up a metered connection.

Limit/Disable/Stop Automatic Updates in Group Policy Editor

A Metered connection on Windows uses less bandwidth by disabling automatic downloads and updates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I disable or Stop Automatic Updates on Windows 10?

Can I permanently disable or stop Automatic Updates on Windows 10?

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