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Update Blocker

Update Blocker is a freeware that helps you to completely disable or enable Automatic Updates on your Windows system , with just a click of the button .

This utility is portable, which means that you are no longer required to go through the installation process and no leftovers will remain on the HDD after its removal.

Update Blocker main

Main application interface preview

How it works

After downloading, extract Update Blocker to your desired location, then run it

The status indicator displays your Windows Update service state. To halt automatic updates, select "Disable Service" and press "Apply Now." Enabling "Protect Service Settings" prevents unwanted changes (Recommended).

Blocked status interface screenshot

Blocking Additional Services and Locking Settings

The latest release lets you add any service to the configuration file for blocking. Open the INI file and insert the desired service name beneath the "dosvc=2,4" entry. For instance, to block the Windows Update Medic Service, locate it in Services.

Windows services management console

Right-click and copy the Service Name.

System medic service configuration view

Paste the service name under the dosvc=2,4 line.

Configuration file editor display

Launch Update Blocker and click "Apply Now."

FAQ

Under Menu button there is a "Service" choice if you click it , Service popup window will be open.

Use this interface to manage services listed in the [Service_List] section of the configuration file.

You may add up to 25 services. The Wuausrv entry is read-only and shown for reference only.

Service management interface

Update Blocker supports Command line options to automate Update Blocker tasks :

Command line parameter reference

Update Blocker v1.8

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