How To Prevent Windows 11 Update

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Windows 11 has been officially announced by Microsoft, bringing a host of new features and improvements. However, some users may not be ready to upgrade yet or prefer to stick with their current Windows 10 setup. In this blog post, we will teach you how to prevent Windows 11 Update from automatically installing on your device.

Method 1: Using Group Policy Editor

This method is applicable for users running Windows 10 Pro, Enterprise, or Education editions.

  1. Press Win+R to open the Run dialog box. Type gpedit.msc and press Enter to open the Local Group Policy Editor.
  2. Navigate to the following path in the left pane:
    Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Windows Update > Windows Update for Business
  3. Double-click on Select when Preview Builds and Feature Updates are received in the right pane.
  4. Choose the Enabled option and set the “Days” value to a large number, like 999. This will prevent your device from upgrading to Windows 11 for a long time.
  5. Click Apply and OK to save the settings. Restart your device for the changes to take effect.

Method 2: Using Windows Registry

This method is applicable for users running any edition of Windows 10, including Home edition.

  1. Press Win+R to open the Run dialog box. Type regedit and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
  2. Navigate to the following path in the left pane:
    HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREPoliciesMicrosoftWindowsWindowsUpdate
  3. If there’s no WindowsUpdate key, right-click on Windows, select New > Key, and name it WindowsUpdate.
  4. Right-click on an empty space in the right pane, select New > DWORD (32-bit) Value, and name it DeferFeatureUpdatesPeriodInDays.
  5. Double-click on DeferFeatureUpdatesPeriodInDays and set its value data to a large number like 999. This will prevent your device from upgrading to Windows 11 for a long time.
  6. Click OK to save the settings. Restart your device for the changes to take effect.
        Please note: Editing the registry can be risky if not done correctly. Always make sure to create a backup of your registry settings before making any changes.

Conclusion

By following either of the methods listed above, you can prevent Windows 11 Update from automatically installing on your device. Remember that it’s essential to keep your current Windows 10 installation up-to-date with the latest security updates and patches for a secure and smooth experience.