Windows Update Blocker is a portable freeware that helps you to completely disable or enable Automatic Updates on your Windows system, with just a click of the button. It provides service protection to prevent uncontrolled changes, command-line parameter support, and customizable service blocking via Wub.ini configuration. It does not block Microsoft Defender updates.
Technical details
Publisher
Sordum.org
Author
Sordum Team
Version
1.8
License
Freeware
Installer type
zip
Architecture
x64
Package ID
sordum.WindowsUpdateBlocker
Install Windows Update Blocker from the command line
Yes, Windows Update Blocker is free to download and use on Windows.
What is the latest version of Windows Update Blocker?
The latest version is 1.8.
Is it safe to download Windows Update Blocker?
The download button links to the official installer published on sordum.org, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with 979c6cadc22aeffdcb7daa217430d888b94ea662a616bcde1d16568bdf233cb0.
Which Windows versions does Windows Update Blocker support?
Windows Update Blocker runs on Windows and is available for 64-bit (x64) systems.
How do I uninstall Windows Update Blocker?
Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find Windows Update Blocker and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=sordum.WindowsUpdateBlocker -e.
Is there a portable version of Windows Update Blocker?
Yes. Windows Update Blocker is available as a portable ZIP archive (downloads.php, 64-bit (x64)) that runs without installation. Copy it to any folder or USB drive and run it from there.
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