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Disable Edge and WebView2 automatic updates

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Works with Windows 10 and 11Works with Windows Vista, XP, 7, 8, 10, 11, and Windows Server 2008 or newer.
  • Multiple actionsThis page belongs to a category, containing some changes with similar goal.
  • Windows onlyThis script improves your privacy on Windows
  • Impact: MinimumSystem Functionality Loss Risk: Low
    This action improves privacy with minimal impact when you run the recommended script.
  • Batch (batchfile)These changes use Windows system commands to update your settings.
  • 10 scripts
  • 1 categories
  • Fully reversible

    You can fully restore this action (revert back to the original behavior) using this website.

    The restore/revert methods provided here can help you fix issues.

Overview​

This category encompasses scripts that disable automatic updates for Microsoft Edge and its WebView2 component.

Disabling updates for Edge and WebView2 prevents automatic download and installation of new versions and patches. Both Edge and WebView2 share the same mechanisms for updates 1 2. This mechanism is a way Microsoft collects user data 1.

WebView2 uses Edge technologies to render web content within applications 3. It's widely integrated across various software products. This widespread integration exposes users to significant privacy risks associated with web browsing and data collection 4.

Both Edge and WebView2 collect extensive user data, including browsing and download history 5 6. Disabling updates blocks tracking features from being introduced, thus significantly enhancing your control over personal data privacy.

Disabling updates increases privacy by reducing data shared with update servers. However, this could leave your system vulnerable to security risks if attackers exploit unpatched vulnerabilities in older versions.

Disabling updates is beneficial if you do not rely on Edge or WebView2 daily, as it reduces unnecessary data transmission and unwanted system changes.

Caution

Disabling updates may reduce security if you use Edge and its components (WebView2).

Safe for General Use
This script has Normal protection level option. This is recommended for all users to improve without any noticeable impact on the system functionality.
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  • Recommended for all
  • Safe for daily use
  • No impact on system stability

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Help

How to apply or restore "Disable Edge and WebView2 automatic updates" using script​

  • ≈ 2 min to complete
  • Tools: Web Browser
  • Difficulty: Simple
  • ≈ 6 instructions
  1. 1

    Choose protection

    Choose one of the options with different impact levels:

    • Normal​

      Some safe scripts minimal system impact.

    • High​

      Some advanced scripts with high system impact.

    Learn more about protection levels

  2. 2

    Download

    Download the script file by clicking on the   Apply protection  button above.
    Use   Undo protection button above to restore changes.
  3. 3

    Keep the file

    If warned by your browser, keep the file.
  4. 4

    Open

    Open the downloaded file.
  5. 5

    Exit

    Once it's done, press any key to exit the window.
  6. 6

    Restart

    Restart your computer for all changes to take effect.

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How to apply or restore "Disable Edge and WebView2 automatic updates" using privacy.sexy​

  • ≈ 3 min to complete
  • Tools: privacy.sexy
  • Difficulty: Simple
  • ≈ 4 instructions
privacy.sexy is free and open-source application that lets securely apply this action easily with more advanced options.
  1. 1

    Open or download

    Open or download the desktop application
  2. 2

    Choose script

    1. Search for the category name: Disable Edge and WebView2 automatic updates
    2. Check the category by clicking on the checkbox of the category.

    Applying Normal to limit the impact.

  3. 3

    Run

    Click on ▶️ Run button at the bottom of the page.

    This button only appears on desktop version (recommended). On browser, use 💾 Save button.

Explore This Guide​

  • 10 Privacy settings
  • 1 Main categories
    • These settings are organized into 1 main categories for easy navigation.
    • Main categories may contain subcategories, further organizing related functionality.
  • 1 Total categories

Choose what to protect based on your needs:This script already includes these options.
You can review, apply or reverse each option individually.
Click any option to learn more about what it does.

  • Some settings and commands may require technical knowledge to apply correctly.
  • Most users find the Normal protection above sufficient.

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This guide has undergone comprehensive auditing and peer review:

  • Expert review by undergroundwires​

    • Verified technical accuracy and editorial standards
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    • Millions of end-users tested across different environments
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