Turn Off Windows Automatic Updates

“Tired of Microsoft Forcing You to Update Your PC?”
“Regain Control with Windows Leash”

Windows Leash Is an App that Puts You in Charge of Updates

It’s a good thing that Microsoft releases updates to the Windows operating system. New versions can patch security flaws and introduce new features, making your computer safer and more functional.

But you should have control over your own machine. You should be in charge of how it receives updates. You should be able to choose to block updates for as long as you want, or to disable them permanently. Windows Leash is a simple app that restores your control over when and how to update.

We Created Windows Leash to Manage Updates on Our Own Computers—Now You Can Too

Windows Leash is brought to you by a team of American developers. As we started moving from Windows 7 to Windows 10 and 11, we quickly became frustrated by the automatic updates. So we wrote a program to stop them. Problem solved!

Windows 7 didn’t force updates on users. Maybe a future version of Microsoft’s operating system won’t either (but we doubt it). For now, there’s Windows Leash: a new app capable of blocking any and all connections from the Windows update server.

Windows Leash Restores Your Control Over Your PC

You should be in charge of when you update your computer’s software and when you leave it the same. New versions should be optional, not mandatory. Windows 10 and 11 have stolen this power from users. Use Windows Leash to regain your choice of which updates you want, and when you want to install them.

What Are the Benefits of Windows Leash? More Productivity, More Stability, More Speed

More Productivity: Prevent System Restarts that Interrupt Your Workday

Many automatic updates require your computer to restart. When this happens in the middle of a workday, you’re unable to work until the update finishes—which can take minutes or hours. Windows Leash lets you choose whether you want to block or receive updates.

More Stability: Don’t Let New Versions of Windows Break Your Apps

Some apps only work with a specific version of Windows. Automatic updates can break your apps, either temporarily (until the developer updates the app) or permanently. Windows Leash saves you from the horrible experience of opening your computer to find your favorite app doesn’t work anymore.

More Speed: Don’t Let Microsoft Slow Down Your PC

Newer versions of Windows are more demanding than Windows 7. Many users report poor performance after upgrading. A new version might cause your computer to slow down. Will the next upgrade make your PC laggy? Stopping automatic updates gives you the power to find out before you install.

Buy Once, Use Forever: Get Windows Leash Today

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Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Download Windows Leash?

After you purchase, you will be automatically redirected to our invite page, where you can create a secure account with Dark Wonders and log in. After logging in, you can download the Windows Leash app and install it on your computer. You will be guided through how to adjust the settings so that you can easily block automatic updates.

Does Windows Leash Work With My Computer?

Windows Leash works with these versions:

Windows 10 Home
Windows 10 Pro
Windows 11 Home
Windows 11 Pro

How Does Windows Leash Work? Will It Break My Computer?

Windows Leash is completely safe. It works by blocking the connection to the Windows update server, so that no updates get through without your permission.

How Long Will I Have Access to Windows Leash?

Windows Leash is a “buy once, use forever” app. Your purchase gives you access to the current version and all future updates. We plan to update Windows Leash as necessary to ensure it works with future versions of Windows 10 and 11.

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When you purchase the Dark Wonders membership, and log in to download Windows Leash, you will also have immediate access to the Patriots Survival Guide. It’s an informative guide that will prepare you for what lies ahead, so that you and your family can be safe and stay well-informed. Become a member of our forum community, where you can join the conversation or start one of your own, learn truth that’ll help you prepare for what’s coming, and chat about the Windows Leash with other users.