Windows 11 Guide
How to Pause Windows 11 Updates
Use Windows Update Blocker to disable Windows Update services on Windows 11, enable protection, and confirm status with visual indicators.
Step-by-Step: Pause Windows 11 Updates
To pause Windows 11 updates, run WUB as Administrator, choose Disable, click Apply, and enable Protect Service Settings. This disables update services and helps keep them from reactivating. Confirm the status indicator and reboot if needed to verify the blocked state.
1. Run as Administrator
Launch Wub.exe with Administrator rights so the tool can change service settings safely.
2. Disable Updates
Select Disable and click Apply. WUB handles the update services consistently on Windows 11.
3. Protect Settings
Enable “Protect Service Settings” so Windows cannot automatically re-enable update services.
Verify Status Indicators
Use the built-in indicators to confirm Windows Update is blocked. Red indicates disabled; green indicates enabled.
If the status does not update immediately, restart the system and check again.
Service Commands (Reference)
WUB automates update service control. These commands illustrate typical service changes applied on Windows 11.
sc stop wuauserv
sc config wuauserv start= disabled
sc stop bits
sc config bits start= disabled
sc stop dosvc
sc config dosvc start= disabled
sc stop WaaSMedicSvc
sc config WaaSMedicSvc start= disabledTroubleshooting Tips
- Verify no enterprise policy is enforcing Windows Update.
- Confirm WUB is running with administrative permissions.
- Restart the system if services appear to re-enable.
If issues persist, review Windows Event Viewer for service-related errors.
FAQ
Is pausing Windows updates safe?
It can be safe for controlled environments, but it delays security fixes. Schedule maintenance windows to re-enable updates and stay protected.
How do I pause Windows 11 updates?
Disable updates in WUB, click Apply, and enable Protect Service Settings to keep services from reactivating.
Why did updates turn back on?
Windows may re-enable services after scans or policy checks. Enable protection and check for managed policies.