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Benjaminron
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Jun 04, 2026

Set Windows 11 to automatically check for updates

I have Windows 11 on a desktop and it will not auto check for updates.  Where do I look to have it auto check for updates?

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    Baileily
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    Under the Windows Update section, look for the toggle labeled "Check for updates". Normally, Windows automatically checks for updates periodically, but you can manually click Check for updates to trigger an immediate check.

  • In Settings, make sure that Receive updates when other Microsoft products are updated and Automatically update other Microsoft products when Windows is updated under Advanced options are both turned on.