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Danteta
Copper Contributor
Aug 07, 2026

How to disable stop windows 11 automatical update permanently?

Hi all. I've been searching for a definitive way to permanently disable automatic updates on Windows 11, but most guides only offer temporary solutions that get reversed after a restart or a major p...
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KapilArya
MVP
Aug 08, 2026

Hello,

 

You can use Group Policy to block automatic updates. This ensures updates are downloaded/installed only when you want them:

 

  1. Open GPO snap-in by running gpedit.msc command.

 

  1. Go to Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Update -> Manage end user experience.  

 

  1. Double click Configure Automatic Updates policy setting, select Enabled. Then under 'Configure automatic updating' section, choose 2 - Notify for download and auto install.

 

  1. Click Apply, followed by OK.

 

Multiple reboots will finally disable auto updates.

 

Let us know if this helps!