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How to Get Around Forced App Updates in the Microsoft Store

Summary by PCWorld
Until now, it was always possible to disable automatic app updates in the Microsoft Store permanently and without exception. It was convenient for users who wanted to stay on older versions of apps. However, Microsoft sees things differently and is now switching things up. In the current version of the Microsoft Store, automatic app updates can no longer be disabled, only paused. You can choose between different durations, but only up to a maxim…
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Until now, it was always possible to disable automatic app updates in the Microsoft Store permanently, without exception. For many users who prefer to decide on updates themselves, this was easy and convenient. However, Microsoft sees things differently and is now apparently changing its guidelines. In the current version of the Microsoft Store, automatic updates can only be paused, not completely stopped. Users can choose between different time…

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WebProNews broke the news in on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.
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