Despite the long period that has passed since the release of the first versions of Windows 10, the system is still not ideal and requires updates. By default, it will download and install the latest versions on its own, and this in some cases leads to unpleasant consequences.

Why you shouldn't disable updates

Before moving on to methods that will lead to deactivation of auto-update, you need to know the consequences. The main disadvantage of these changes is that you will no longer receive the latest versions of the system. Of course, you will still have the ability to manually initiate the update process at the most appropriate time, but if you don't do this consistently, you will end up with outdated Windows.

The system gains access to new features and increases the level of protection

Updates are released for two purposes: to fix noticed errors or add new features. Accordingly, a user who has not installed the latest version of the operating system is not only left without innovations, but also endangers himself, since not only Microsoft, which seeks to fix them, but also attackers find out about existing errors. Therefore, people who store important data on a computer and want to work with the latest innovations are not recommended to refuse updates.

Why you should disable auto-update

Those who have little free space on their hard drive should refuse to receive updates, as downloading them can lead to its overflow. However, in this case, it is better to try to clean the disk or replace it with a larger one.

Downloading updates is an automatic procedure, so it is very difficult to control the traffic that goes to downloading files. Some versions weigh more than 100 MB, which can lead to traffic consumption and high costs if the Internet is paid per megabyte. But the creators of Windows foresaw the possibility of such a situation by adding a special function "Limited traffic", which allows you to configure the boot procedure in more detail (for more details, see the subsection "Through setting the limited traffic" below).

Another reason that makes you want to disable auto-update may be the time independently selected by the system. Since a reboot is required to complete the installation of updates, the system, having received the necessary files, will prompt you to restart the computer many times, assigning some time or letting you do it. Sometimes you can miss such a notification or accidentally acknowledge it, which will lead to an immediate or unexpected reboot. Because of this, the work process will be interrupted, and unsaved files may be damaged.

The system constantly prompts you to reboot.

There are reasons why you should refuse auto-updates, but if you can ignore them, then try to make sure that you don’t have to prohibit automatic receipt of updates. For example, I set a certain time through the system settings at which the system can randomly reboot if necessary. Since the set period is late at night, restarting the computer does not bother me.

Deactivating auto-update

There are many ways to prevent the system from downloading and installing updates without your consent. Some of them allow you to disable some updates, and some allow you to disable absolutely everything. First, the simplest and most accessible methods will be described, and then those that should be resorted to only if the first for some reason did not help.

By disabling the service

1. Press the Win+R combination to launch the Run window. Write and send the services.msc command for execution.
   Execute the command services.msc
2. The list that appears will display all the services available in the system. Find the update center process among them and double-click on it with the left mouse button.
   Open the update center service
3. Set the startup type to Disabled and stop the service. Save your changes. Done, since the service responsible for checking and downloading new versions is now inactive, auto-update will not be enabled. Set the value to “Disabled” and stop the service

If you want to start receiving updates again in the future, go back to the service above, start it and set the Startup Type to Automatic.

Via PowerShell

If in the future you want to start receiving updates again, go to the task scheduler (how to open it and work with it is described in the subsection “Through creating a task”) and delete the task created by the above command.

Via Group Policy

The peculiarity of this method is that it is available exclusively to users with Windows 10 Enterprise and Pro. Owners of the “Home” edition will not be able to use this method, since this version of the system does not have a Group Policy Editor.

1. Use the system search bar to find the Local Policy Editor and open it, or use the gpedit.msc command.
   Execute the command gpedit.msc
2. Go to the “Computer Configuration” folder, and then to the “Administrative Templates” - “Windows Components” - “Windows Update” subfolder. When you reach the final section, open the “Setting up automatic updates” file.
   Open the file “Setting up automatic updates”
3. Set the value to “Disabled”, thereby preventing the computer from using auto-update. Save all changes you have made.
   Set the value to “Disabled”

If you want to start receiving updates again in the future, go back to the file and set it to Enabled. This will be enough to return the Update Center settings to their original position.

Via the registry

The method described below is similar to the previous one, so it is also not suitable for owners of Windows “Home”, despite the fact that the registry is available in it. We will change the file parameter described in the sub-item “Through Group Policy” through the registry. The result will be the same, but the steps are different:

If in the future you want to start receiving updates again, delete the created file or set its value to 0 (zero), thereby disabling it. Please note that you can only delete it; changing any other files will lead to system failure.

By installing a metered connection

This method is relevant for all editions of Windows, but it does not limit all updates. New versions that improve security will still be downloaded. If you are satisfied with this condition, follow these steps:

1. Expand PC settings. Open computer settings
2. Going to the “Network and Internet” block, select the Wi-Fi sub-item and expand additional parameters.
   Open additional Wi-Fi settings
3. Activate the “Limited connection” function. Done, most updates will now be ignored.
   Activating a metered connection

If you want to start receiving updates again in the future, go back to advanced settings and deactivate the feature.

Disabling certain versions through a third-party program

There are several programs available to make managing updates easier. One of them is Show or Hide Updates from Microsoft. Using it, you can prevent the installation of certain updates, and not all at once. It is worth downloading from the official website, where it is distributed free of charge and weighs only a few megabytes.

If you want to allow the installation of hidden updates, return to the beginning of the program and select the “Show updates” option. The app will show you which updates are hidden, and you can make them visible again.

Via Win Updates Disabler

You can prevent the installation of updates using the free, simple utility Win Updates Disabler. It is enough to download it from the manufacturer’s official website, check the Disable Windows Update checkbox and start execution. You can enable disabled functions in the Enable tab.

Activate the Windows Updates Disable feature

Via Windows Update Blocker

A program similar to the previous one, but with one difference – you will have to pay for it. Having purchased a product on the official development website, you can download the application, open it, check one box and start the blocking procedure. Using it you can also turn on auto-update again.

Activate the Disable Service function

Via Winaero Tweaker

A more functional program, and it is free. Using Winaero Tweaker, you can change the appearance of the system and configure the operation of many services, including the update center. After launching the program, go to the Windows update setting sub-item and click on the Disable Windows Update Service button. Done, auto-update will be disabled. You can enable it by resetting the update center settings - the Reset to defaults button.

Go to the Windows Update Setting section and click the Disable Windows Udpate Service button

Through the update center settings

1. While in the computer settings, select the “Update and Security” block.
   Select the “Update and Security” block
2. Without switching the “Update Center” sub-item, expand additional options.
   Click on the line “Advanced options”
3. Prevent downloading updates for other Microsoft products. By disabling this feature, you will prevent the system from downloading updates for applications from the Microsoft Store. Proceed to select how you want to receive updates.
   Uncheck the option “When updating Windows, provide…”
4. Activate the “Delay updates” feature. It does not disable auto-updates, but only delays the download of released updates for several weeks or months. It is needed primarily for those who are concerned about the security of their system and want other users to test the updates on themselves first. However, versions responsible for improving security will not be delayed. Click on the line “Choose how and when to receive updates” again.
   Turn on the "Delayed Updates" feature
5. Disable receiving files from multiple locations. This will help you save traffic, since from now on you will not distribute downloaded updates.
   Disable "Allow downloads from other sources"

Video: Disable Windows AutoUpdate

Disable driver updates

In addition to updates for the system and applications, Windows downloads new versions of drivers necessary for more correct operation of the devices and computer components used. If for some reason you do not want to install the latest drivers, follow these steps:

You will still be able to download drivers manually and install them yourself. But if you want to return the system’s right to automatic updates, then launch this window again and change the parameters to the default values.

There are many ways to prevent Windows 10 from updating itself. Some of them will allow you to disable receiving absolutely all variants of new versions, others - only those that are not related to security. But no matter which method you choose, you can always tell the system to automatically look for updates again.

(with the possibility of manual installation).

As you may have noticed, usually the update center is turned on again, the system also brings the registry settings and scheduler jobs to the state it needs, so that updates continue to be downloaded. However, there are ways to solve this problem, and this is the rare case where I recommend using a third-party tool. First of all, I recommend trying the program for which I have published separate instructions -.

UpdateDisabler is a very effective method to completely disable updates

UpdateDisabler is a simple utility that allows you to very simply and completely disable Windows 10 updates and, perhaps, at the current time, this is one of the most effective solutions.

When installed, UpdateDisabler creates and starts a service that prevents Windows 10 from starting downloading updates again, i.e. the desired result is achieved not by changing registry settings or disabling the Windows 10 Update service, which are then changed again by the system itself, but by constantly monitoring the presence of update tasks and the status of the update center and, if necessary, immediately disabling them.

The process of disabling updates using UpdateDisabler:

At this point in time, the utility is working properly, and the operating system does not enable automatic updates again.

Change Windows Update service startup options

This method is suitable not only for Windows 10 Professional and Enterprise, but also for the home version (if you have Pro, I recommend the option using the Local Group Policy Editor, which is described below). It consists of disabling the Update Center service. However, starting from version 1709, this method stopped working in the form described (the service turns on itself over time).

Before using the method, I strongly recommend that, according to some reviews in the comments, users are unable to roll back changes (I couldn’t reproduce the problem myself).

Once you disable the specified service, the OS will not be able to automatically download and install updates until you enable it again. Recently, Windows 10 Update began to turn on itself, but you can bypass this and disable it permanently. To disable, follow these steps.

Now the system will not automatically update: if necessary, you can restart the Update Center service in the same way and change the user from which it is launched to “With a system account.” If something remains unclear, below is a video with this method.

Instructions with additional methods are also available on the site (although the above should be sufficient): .

How to disable automatic Windows 10 updates in the Local Group Policy Editor

Disabling updates using the Local Group Policy Editor only works for Windows 10 Pro and Enterprise, but is the most reliable way to accomplish this task. Actions step by step:

Close the editor, then go to the system settings and check for updates (this is necessary for the changes to take effect, they say that sometimes it does not work right away. At the same time, when checking manually, there will be updates, but in the future, automatic search and installation will not be performed ).

The same action can be done using the registry editor (it will not work in the Home), for this, in the section HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\ SOFTWARE\ Policies\ Microsoft\ Windows\ WindowsUpdate\ AU create a DWORD value named NoAutoUpdate and value 1 (one).

Using a metered connection to prevent updates from being installed

Note: Starting with the Windows 10 Designers Update in April 2017, setting a metered connection will not block all updates, some will continue to download and install.

By default, Windows 10 does not automatically download updates when using a metered connection. Thus, if you specify “Set as a metered connection” for your Wi-Fi (it will not work for a local network), this will disable the installation of updates. The method also works for all editions of Windows 10.

To do this, go to Settings - Network and Internet - Wi-Fi and below the list of wireless networks, click "Advanced options".

Enable the "Set as a metered connection" option so that the OS treats this connection as the Internet with payment for traffic.

Disable installation of a specific update

In some cases, you may need to disable the installation of a specific update that causes the system to malfunction. To do this, you can use the official Microsoft Show or Hide Updates utility:

After this, the selected update will not be installed. If you decide to install it, run the utility again and select Show hidden updates, then remove the update from being hidden.

Disabling upgrades to Windows 10 versions 1903 and 1809

Recently, Windows 10 feature updates began to be installed on computers automatically, regardless of settings. There is the following way to disable this:

1. In Control Panel - Programs and Features - View installed updates, find and uninstall updates KB4023814 and KB4023057 if they are present there.
2. Create the following reg file and make changes to the Windows 10 registry. Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00 "DisableOSUpgrade"=dword:00000001 "DisableOSUpgrade"=dword:00000001 "AllowOSUpgrade"=dword:00000000 "ReservationsAllowed"=dword:00000000 "UpgradeAvailable"=dword :00000000

Soon, in the spring of 2019, the next big update will begin to arrive on users' computers - Windows 10 version 1903. If you do not want to install it, you can do it as follows:

Despite the fact that this is not a complete disabling of the update installation, most likely, a period of more than a year will be enough.

There is another way to delay the installation of Windows 10 feature updates - using the Local Group Policy Editor (Pro and Enterprise only): run gpedit.msc, go to Computer Configuration - Administrative Templates - Windows Components - Center Windows updates" - "Set aside Windows updates."

Double-click the "Choose when to receive Windows 10 feature updates" option and select "On", "Semi Annual Channel" or "Current Branch for Business" and 365 days.

Programs to disable Windows 10 updates

Immediately after the release of Windows 10, many programs appeared that allow you to turn off certain system functions (see, for example, the article about). There are also options to disable automatic updates.

And, after applying the settings, restart the computer. You can download the utility from the official website https://www.oo-software.com/en/shutup10

Another program that is currently working and does not contain anything unwanted (I checked the portable version, I recommend that you also check it on Virustotal) is the free Win Updates Disabler, available for download on site2unblock.com.

After downloading the program, all you need to do is check the “Disable Windows Updates” option and click the “Apply Now” button. It requires administrator rights to work and, among other things, the program can disable Windows Defender and Firewall.

The second software of this kind is Windows Update Blocker, although this option is paid. Another interesting free option is Winaero Tweaker (see).

Pause updates in Windows 10 settings

In the latest version of Windows 10, in the “Update and Security” - “Windows Update” - “Advanced options” settings section, a new item has appeared - “Pause updates”.

When using this option, any updates will stop being installed for a period of 35 days. But there is one peculiarity: after you disable it, the download and installation of all released updates will automatically start, and until this moment, repeated suspension will be impossible.

How to disable automatic installation of Windows 10 updates - video instructions

Finally, here is a video that clearly shows the methods described above to prevent the installation and download of updates.

I hope you were able to find ways that suit your situation. If not, ask in the comments. Just in case, I note that disabling system updates, especially if it is a licensed Windows 10 OS, is not the best practice; do it only when clearly necessary.

To keep the operating system up to date, Windows Update always tries to find and download updates to Windows 10 automatically, as well as all the latest updates for it. Every day he accesses Microsoft servers and finds out whether they contain the necessary updates for the OS itself and new drivers for devices. If any are detected, it immediately begins downloading and installing automatic Windows 10 updates without informing the user about it. Unless you need to reboot the device to install the prepared update.

It's no secret that back in Windows XP, the user was given the opportunity to customize the behavior of the Update Center when updates were detected: automatically download and install it, do it manually, perform a custom installation, or completely disable checking for updates. This made it possible not only to control the installation of certain updates, but also to unload the Internet channel in case of a slow connection. Such features were also implemented in Windows Vista, 7, 8 and 8.1.

But in Windows 10, Microsoft left users without any choice - the Pro edition allows you to defer the installation of updates only for a while, while Windows 10 Home users are not allowed even that. In other words, the new version of the operating system downloads and installs updates automatically and without notifications. It would seem that there is nothing wrong with this, but in fact this is not the case at all, because updates often cause various problems. Sometimes it even gets to the point that after installing the next batch of patches, the system simply stops booting.

But even in the case of Pro, we are not talking about completely refusing updates, but about postponing their installation until better times. Regardless of the edition, Windows Insider members cannot opt ​​out of updates.

In this article I will talk about how you can disable automatic updates in Windows 10, each of you will decide for yourself whether he needs it or not. There are several ways to disable updates.

Setting up the Update Center

Please note that this method will not completely disable automatic updates in Windows 10. You will just configure it. You can disable automatic restart of your computer and delay installing updates. It is also important to know that this method is not suitable for owners of the home version of the operating system.

The first thing you need to do is open Settings, Update & Security section.

In the “Windows Update” tab, click on “Advanced options”. In the drop-down menu, select “Notify when a reboot is scheduled.” This is necessary so that the computer does not restart itself to install updates. It would also be a good idea to disable the option “When you update Windows, provide updates for other Microsoft products.” It is also important to check the box next to “Delay updates”. When this option is enabled, new updates will not be downloaded or installed for several days or months, with the exception of security updates.

I also advise you to disable updates from several places. To do this, click on “Choose how and when to receive updates” and turn off updating your computer from several places.

Now the update process will not be so intrusive.

Using a metered connection to prevent updates from being installed

This method of disabling automatic updates in Windows 10 is only suitable for those users who use an Internet connection via Wi Fi. It is enough to make this connection as “Limited connection” and your operating system will ask you when it wants to access the Internet.

Activation of the metered connection mode occurs as follows:

1. Connect to the desired Wi-Fi network;
2. Now open the Start menu and select Settings from it. In the settings window, click on “Network and Internet”, scroll down to the bottom of the list of networks and click on “Advanced settings”;
3. Then a window will appear in which you will need to set the switch to the “On” position in the “Limited connection” item.

When available updates become available, the system will not download them, but will notify the user, who will then decide whether to download these updates.

Prevent installation of certain updates and drivers in Windows 10

To hide an update or not install it in the future, click hide updates and select the updates that you want to hide. If you need a hidden update, then re-run this utility and select “Show hidden updates”, then display the updates and the next time you install updates they will be installed.
That is, you decide when and what update you install. This is very useful when installing or uninstalling drivers if you encounter problems with the operation of, for example, a printer or other device.

Disable automatic Windows 10 updates through the Local Group Policy Editor

If you have Windows 10 Enterprise and Pro, then this is a good and reliable way to block updates, but this method is also not suitable for the home version.

Opening the dialog box Execute using Win+R, enter gpedit.msc And press Ok. The Local Group Policy Editor will open. Go to "Computer Configuration" - "Administrative Templates" - "Windows Components" - "Windows Update". Find the item “Set up automatic updates” and double-click on it.

Here in the window that opens Included, you can choose your own download and installation method.

If you choose the second option, you will receive a notification about the download and installation, and you can decide whether to install them or not.

The last option will give you the ability to select options from a drop-down list on the Windows Update settings page.

Select the switch next to " Disabled“, click on the “Apply” and “Ok” button.

There is also a way to disable automatic updates through the registry, and it is only suitable for professional and enterprise versions of Windows 10, it does the same thing as group policies.

Should be entered regedit in the Run window and open Registry Editor. Then go to the section HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows,

Create a new folder WindowsUpdate and one more subsection AU and our registry branch should look like this: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate\AU

And in the last section we create “ DWORD parameter"and give him a name NoAutoUpdate open it by double clicking and set the value to “1”.

The result will be the same as in group policies, it’s just more difficult to do here - this method is for those who like to play with the registry

Shutdown Center updates

Disabling the Update Center is the most reliable and working method that is suitable for all versions of Windows 10.

Press Win + R, enter services.msc in the field and press Enter to open the Services window.

At the end of the list of services we find “Windows Update”.

Double-click and in the new window click on the “Stop” button. Select startup type “Disabled”. Click “Apply” and “Ok”.

After these steps, the system will not automatically download and install updates. Until you start the Windows Update service again by setting the startup type to Automatic and restarting your computer.

Program For blackouts updates V Windows 10 : Win Updates Disabler

There are many programs that you can use to disable updates. One such program is called Win Updates Disabler. It is free, you can download it from the official website at http://www.site2unblock.com/win-updates-disabler/. This program is useful for Windows 10 users to be able to disable automatic updates. In addition to automatic updates, Windows Updates Disabler can also disable/enable Windows Security Center, Defender, and Windows Firewall. To do this, you just need to mark the necessary items on the appropriate tabs and restart the computer.

Installing and using the program is as simple as possible. Download it, install and run. In the window that appears, put a tick next to “ Disable Windows Update", and press the button " Apply Now«.

Once your device restarts, the Update Center will be disabled.

I want to say right away that with the included automatic update on your computer, Windows will live much longer than with it turned off. Automatic updates are a good way to protect your computer from all kinds of spyware. It must be remembered that updates are additions to the operating system and application software that prevent or fix problems, increase security, and improve PC performance.

So think twice before turning off automatic updates. In any case, it's up to you and only you to decide.

Windows 10 is a very flexible operating system and provides a user with proper administrator rights with a lot of freedom and space for various experiments, settings and personalization. At the same time, Windows can greatly limit the user if this is necessary for the administrator or owner of the computer. For example, in Windows 10 Creators Update it became possible to limit the installation of applications that were not downloaded from the Windows Store.

How to prevent applications from installing and running on Windows

The user is offered three options to choose from:

When limiting launched applications in this way, you need to consider several points:

• All applications that were installed using executable files (exe, msi, etc.) before you added restrictions will continue to launch and run without warning. The same applies to downloaded installation files. Even after a complete ban, they will not be subject to the new application installation policy.
• Only those files and applications that have been downloaded/installed will be blocked after restriction activation.
• If the user ignores the warning and instructs the system to execute a file or run a program, they are whitelisted and are no longer blocked. This is done in order to save the computer owner from constantly appearing annoying messages and the need to constantly bypass the restriction.
• A non-administrator account cannot change these settings because changes made apply to all registered profiles on the computer. When you try to change something, the system will ask you to enter the administrator password.

Why limit

Windows itself answers this question:

By installing only apps offered in the Store, you can protect your computer and keep it running smoothly.

Such a mechanism is perfect for monitoring the account of a child, for example, whose curiosity may lead to the appearance of unwanted or malicious applications on the computer. In any case, you can decide for yourself why the restriction on not installing applications may be useful in your case. Our job is only to show how this is done and what nuances are associated with this process.

How to allow installation of any programs on Windows 10

Very simple. Do the same as you did in the instructions above:

1. Open Settings - Applications - Applications and features.
2. Select an item Allow apps to be used from anywhere.

After this, the restrictions will be lifted and you will be able to install applications from any source.

Today we will talk about 7 ways to disable Windows 10 update! Automatic Windows 10 system updates will no longer bother you!

Windows Update is an important component and part of the Windows operating system. It regularly checks Microsoft servers for available updates, patches, and device drivers. If any are found, he reports this and offers to download and install them. This is very important because updates improve system performance, reliability, stability, and security.

It's no secret that Windows XP, Vista, 7 and 8/8.1 allow you to customize the behavior of the Update Center: you can download and install updates either automatically or manually, you can choose which updates should be installed and which not; You can even turn off checking for updates completely. This allows you to decide on the advisability of installing certain updates and at the same time makes it possible not to once again clog up your Internet channel bandwidth when it comes to slow connections.

With Windows 10, however, Microsoft left users without any choice - the Pro edition only allows you to defer the installation of updates for a while, while Windows 10 Home users are not even allowed that.

In other words, the new version of the operating system downloads and installs updates automatically and without notifications. It would seem that there is nothing wrong with this, but in fact this is not the case at all, because updates often cause various problems. Sometimes it even gets to the point that after installing the next batch of patches, the system simply stops booting.

Luckily, Windows 10 still has the ability to block or download updates manually. Below are all possible methods that will work in all editions of the OS: Windows 10 Home, Pro, etc.

So, let's not waste time and find out how you can take control of the system update process.

Method 1: Configure Windows Update using Advanced Options (Not for Home edition users)

This method will allow you to configure Windows Update to delay the automatic downloading of some updates for at least a while, and also prevent your computer from automatically restarting. However, you will not be able to disable or block updates using this method.

Method 2: Disable automatic loading of device drivers

The new system still allows you to prevent drivers from being automatically downloaded and installed. Here's how to do it:

After this, Windows will always search for and install drivers from the computer, and the system will contact Update Center only if a suitable driver is not found on the hard drive.

Method 3: Hide updates using the official Show or hide updates tool

Even before the official launch of Windows 10, Microsoft released a program that returns to the system the ability to hide unwanted driver updates or system updates.

Method 4: Set your Wi-Fi Internet connection as a metered one

This is another workaround to prevent Windows 10 from automatically downloading and installing updates. To prevent the system from downloading new updates, you just need to configure your Internet connection as a metered connection.

That's all. Now “top ten” will not automatically download and install new updates as long as your Internet connection is listed as metered.

Method 5: Group Policy (Pro) or Registry settings

Now let's talk about advanced methods.

Although Microsoft has removed the ability to control update downloads, update settings through the Local Group Policy Editor and Registry Editor still work.

Let me immediately note that intervention in group policies is not available to Windows 10 Home users, however, if you have the Pro version, you can enable either download and installation notifications, or automatic download and installation notification, or automatic download and installation on a schedule.

But there is one caveat. Since Microsoft has completely replaced the old Update Center with a new modern application, Group Policy settings or registry tweaks may not take effect immediately. Even after restarting your computer or running the gpupdate /force command, you will not see any changes in the Windows Update window. That is, if you open the update settings, you will find that the “Automatic (recommended)” option is still enabled.

So how do we force Windows 10 to apply our Group Policy or registry change? It's actually very simple. You just need to click the “Check for updates” button in Windows Update.

Once you click this button, the system will immediately apply the changes, and when you open advanced options in Windows Update, you will see that the new settings have been successfully applied.

So let's make some changes to the Local Group Policy Editor.

By choosing the latter option, you will be able to select options from a drop-down list on the Windows Update settings page.

By selecting the first option, when new updates appear, the system will notify you about them using , and when you click on such a notification, a Windows Update window will open with a list of new updates and the ability to download them.

If you need to disable updates completely, then Registry Editor will help you with this.

To return everything to the way it was, simply remove the NoAutoUpdate parameter or set the value to 0 (zero).

Method 6: Disable Windows Update Service

Another method that allows you to 100% block the downloading and installation of updates in Windows 10.

That's all. Now, when you try to check for updates, the Update Center will report error 0x80070422.

Method 7: Third Party Utilities

Windows Update Blocker is a simple, free, no-installation tool that allows you to disable/block updates in Windows 10 with the click of a button. In fact, the utility is a more convenient alternative to method No. 6, since it allows you to stop or enable the Windows Update service without having to open the service manager.

To disable updates using Windows Update Blocker, you just need to activate the “Disable Service” option and click the “Apply Now” button. The utility is compatible with previous versions of the system up to XP.

Windows 10 Update Disabler is another effective tool for combating automatic updates in Ten. Unlike the previous utility, Windows 10 Update Disabler does not disable Windows Update, but installs its own service on the system, which runs in the background and prevents Windows Update from downloading and installing anything.

According to the author, his solution uses an undocumented system call that checks the current state of Windows Update and prevents its processes from executing. Plus, the Update Disabler service disables all scheduled Windows Update tasks, including the one that is responsible for automatically restarting the system to complete the installation of updates.

Note: your antivirus may consider the application to be malware.

To install Update Disabler, go here and download the archive with the program. We extract the UpdaterDisabler.exe file from the archive to some folder and directly from it, by going to the "File" menu, we launch the command line with administrator rights. Next, type or copy and paste the UpdaterDisabler -install command into the console window and press Enter.

All services are installed and working, updates will no longer bother you. To remove a service, use the UpdaterDisabler -remove command.

You can use any of the above methods, but remember that disabling or blocking updates is not advisable, especially at this stage when Windows 10 is not sufficiently stable and protected from threats.

Have a great day!