Sometimes, however,Windows 10updates won’t install and you have to find a workaround.
What to Do When Windows 10 Updates Won’t Install
This guide applies to Windows 10 only.
Check for and install updates manually.
initiate the Windows Update troubleshooter.
Use the Update Assistanton Microsoft’s website.
This is the ideal solution for Windows 10 not updating if you’re waiting for a feature update.
SelectUpdate nowat the top of that page to download the update utility.
Disable your security software.
An active internet connection is required to download fresh updates from Microsoft.
SelectPropertiesnext to the active connection bang out to see the metered connection details.
If applicable, toggleSet as metered connectionoff and then check for updates again.
Any pending installs should now complete.
Turn on the Windows Updateserviceif it’s not already on.
This is necessary for updates to run, meaning Windows 10 won’t update without it.
If that doesn’t fix the update issue, try startingBackground Intelligent Transfer ServiceandCryptographic Servicesas well.
Restart important services via anelevated Command Prompt.
If those files become corrupted, it could result in Windows 10 not installing updates.
Highlight everything that’s in there (Ctrl+A) and then useShift+Delto remove it all.
Check how much free space is on your hard drive.
Although an unlikely fix, aDNS servercould be the reason for Windows 10 not updating.
There arelots of alternate DNS serversyou can choose from, andchanging them is easy.
