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How to Stop Auto Updates on Android

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By Jennifer Allen Jennifer Allen Writer Swansea University, Staffordshire University Jennifer Allen has been writing about technology since 2010. Her work has appeared in Mashable, TechRadar, and many more publications. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on November 1, 2021 Reviewed by Jon Fisher Reviewed by Jon Fisher Wichita Technical Institute Jonathan Fisher is a CompTIA certified technologist with more than 6 years' experience writing for publications like TechNorms and Help Desk Geek. lifewire's editorial guidelines Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Android Switching from iOS

What to Know

Tap Settings > Software Update > cog > Auto download & install > Do Not Allow to disable operating system updates.Tap Google Play Store > Profile Picture > Settings > Network Preferences to disable automatic app updates.It's sensible to leave apps regularly updating for security and stability reasons. This article teaches you how to stop apps and Android OS from automatically updating on your Android smartphone, including Samsung devices.

How Do I Stop Android System Updates

If you'd prefer to stop your Android from automatically updating, it's fairly simple to do so once you know where to look. Here's what to do to disable automatic Android system updates. Turning off Auto updates on a Pixel phone is slightly different than the instructions below. Instead, on a Pixel phone, you'll need to enable developer options to find the Automatic system updates option so you can turn it off. On your Android phone, tap Settings. Tap Software Update. You may need to scroll down to find this option. Tap the cog. Tap Auto download & install. Tap Do Not Allow. Tap Disable to switch off automatic updates.

How Do I Stop Android Apps From Automatically Updating

If your issue is with your Android apps automatically updating, here's how to stop them from doing so. On your Android phone, tap Google Play Store. Tap your Google account profile picture. Tap Settings. Tap Network Preferences. Tap Auto-Update apps. Tap Don't auto-update apps. Tap Done.

How Do I Stop Automatic Updates on Samsung

If you have a Samsung smartphone, the process for disabling system updates is slightly different. Here's what to do. The process for disabling app updates remains the same as above. On your Samsung phone, tap Settings. Tap Software update. Toggle Auto download over Wi-Fi to off.

Why Do I Keep Getting System Updates Android

As with any technology, Android phones often receive regular updates, especially when they're relatively new. System updates mean your Android operating system is up to date while app updates mean your apps are up to date. This can mean new features or security boosters, or simply enjoying a more bug-free experience than before.

Why Should I Keep My Apps and Software Updated

There are a number of reasons why it's important to keep your apps and operating system updated. Here's a look at the key reasons. Security. In a fast-changing world, exploits can be discovered within previously secure Android operating system builds. An update means this security flaw is fixed so no nefarious sources can take advantage of it, meaning your phone is safer than before.Stability. No operating system is perfect and over time, developers can figure out ways of making it more stable and less prone to freezes or crashes. An up to date operating system is generally more stable.New features. Operating systems are fluid with changes meaning you can often gain new features or benefits by keeping them regularly updated. It's a similar story for apps.Compatibility. New apps need to be compatible with new operating systems and vice versa. By keeping both apps and Android up to date, the two will work better and more efficiently together. FAQ How do I stop auto updates on a single Android app? Choose the app you want to stop receiving automatic updates for from the Google Play Store. Use the search bar or find the app from Manage apps & device > Manage. Tap the More icon (three vertical dots) on the upper-right corner of the app page and uncheck the box beside Enable auto update. How do I stop auto updates on an Android tablet? Use the same steps above to disable automatic system and app updates on your Android tablet. To manually update your Android tablet operating system, go to Settings > Software Update > Download and install. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Turn off Automatic Updates on Android How to Free Up Space on Your Phone Fast How to Turn Off Auto Update on iPhone How to Turn Off Android Phone Sensors How to Update an iPad How to Update Meta (Oculus) Quest and Oculus Quest 2 How to Turn Off Google Assistant on an Android Tablet 10 Ways to Speed Up a Phone That's Running Too Slowly How to Update Apps on Android How to Disable Android Auto How to Root Kindle Fire How to Update to Android 12 on Samsung How to Update Instagram The 18 Best Tips to Get More iPad Battery Life (Updated for iPadOS 15.5) How to Fix It When an Android Tablet Is Running Slow or Freezing How to Update an Android Tablet Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies