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BreckenFoster
Apr 13, 2026Steel Contributor
Windows 11 Automatic Updates Won’t Turn Off, Keeps Rebooting
I can’t disable automatic updates on Windows 11. I paused updates in settings, but the system still downloads them and forces restarts. How to turn them off completely?
3 Replies
- Leroy95Brass Contributor
Disabling Windows Updates permanently means your PC will not receive security patches. This leaves your system vulnerable to viruses, malware, and security exploits . If you proceed, make it a habit to manually check for critical security updates every few months.
- LeonardfuBrass Contributor
It tells Windows Update, "Do not automatically check for or install updates." However, if you click "Check for updates" manually, Windows might still try to override this.
The automatic updates can't be turned off completely, IMO.