How To Stop Windows 11 Update In Progress

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Windows updates are essential for keeping your system up-to-date with security patches and new features, but sometimes you need to stop an update in progress for various reasons. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to stop a Windows 11 update in progress.

Stop Windows 11 Update Using Control Panel

The easiest method to stop a Windows 11 update in progress is by using the Control Panel. Follow the steps below:

  1. Press Windows Key + S to open the search bar and type in Control Panel.
  2. Click on Control Panel to open it.
  3. Navigate to System and Security > Windows Update.
  4. In the Windows Update window, click on Advanced options.
  5. Under the Pause updates section, click on Select date and choose a date to pause your updates until. This will stop the current update in progress and any future updates until the specified date.

Stop Windows 11 Update Using Group Policy Editor

The Group Policy Editor provides another method to stop Windows 11 updates. Follow these steps to stop an update in progress using the Group Policy Editor (please note that this option is not available in Windows 11 Home edition):

  1. Press Windows Key + R to open the Run window.
  2. Type in gpedit.msc and press Enter to open the Group Policy Editor.
  3. Navigate to Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Windows Update > Configure Automatic Updates.
  4. Double-click on Configure Automatic Updates to open its settings.
  5. Click on Disabled to disable automatic updates and then click on Apply and OK.
  6. Restart your computer for the changes to take effect.

Stop Windows 11 Update Using Services

In some cases, you may need to stop the Windows Update service manually. Here’s how to do it:

  1. Press Windows Key + R to open the Run window.
  2. Type in services.msc and press Enter to open the Services window.
  3. Scroll down to find Windows Update service and double-click on it to open its properties.
  4. In the General tab, click on the Stop button to stop the service.
  5. Click on Apply and OK to save the changes.

Please note that stopping Windows 11 updates can leave your system vulnerable to security risks. It’s recommended that you regularly update your system to maintain its security and stability.