A sophisticated tool to manage when, how and if Windows updates will be permitted at any time of the day, on a schedule.
StopUpdates10 is a freeware Windows updates blocker app and system utility developed by Greatis Software for Windows, it's straightforward and well-designed.
The download has been tested by an editor here on a PC and a list of features has been compiled; see below. We've also created some screenshots of StopUpdates10 to illustrate the user interface and show the overall usage and features of this Windows updates blocking program.
Block and disable Windows updates at any time of the day
StopUpdates10 makes it easy for you to allow or block Windows 10 updates anytime.
While it is usually not a good idea to block the installation of updates, as you'd block non-critical and security updates alike, doing so may sometimes be necessary as a temporary measure.
The new cumulative nature of updates introduced an all or nothing approach to updates; it is no longer possible to block specific updates with issues. The only option users and administrators have is to block all updates temporarily until issues are resolved.
Doing so is far from ideal as you may block important security updates when you block updates.
Features of StopUpdates10
- Disables Windows 7-8 'End of support' and 'End of Service' notifications.
- Pauses updates
- Restore updates with one-click.
- Stops Windows updates
- Stops annoying upgrade notifications.
- Stops forced upgrades
Compatibility and License
Is StopUpdates10 free to download?
StopUpdates10 is provided under a freeware license on Windows from PC utilities with no restrictions on usage. Download and installation of this PC software is free and 4.6.2024.0403 is the latest version last time we checked.
What version of Windows can StopUpdates10 run on?
StopUpdates10 can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.
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