How Do I Block Windows 11 Upgrades?

How Do I Block Windows 11 Upgrades?

If you wish to block automatic upgrades to Windows 11, you can use the Worklet for Windows Configuration - Windows 10 22H2 Feature Update to manage the versions of updates your system receives. This guide provides step-by-step instructions.

Prerequisites

  • Administrator permissions are required to access and modify the Windows Registry.
  • Ensure you have a backup of your registry before making changes. (You can back up by selecting File > Export in the Registry Editor.)

Steps to Block Windows 11 Updates

  1. Open the Start Menu and type regedit.exe. Select the Registry Editor search result.

Navigate to the following registry key:
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HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate

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  2. Perform the following steps to configure the necessary values:
    • Set the Dword TargetReleaseVersion to 1.
      • If the value does not exist:
        1. Right-click on WindowsUpdate.
        2. Select New > Dword (32-bit) Value.
        3. Name it TargetReleaseVersion.
    • Set the value of TargetReleaseVersionInfo to 22H2.
      • If the value does not exist:
        1. Right-click on WindowsUpdate.
        2. Select New > String Value.
        3. Name it TargetReleaseVersionInfo.
  3. Close the Registry Editor.
  4. Restart your PC to apply the changes.

Troubleshooting

  • Registry Editor Unavailable: Ensure you are logged in with an administrator account.
  • Accidental Changes: Restore your registry from the backup you created before making changes.

 

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