Windows 8.1: Disable automatic app updates
If you do not want to automatically update your apps under Windows 8.1, you can deactivate the function.
Disable automatic app updates in Windows 8.1
- First, open the Windows Store from the start screen.
- Move the mouse into the upper or lower right corner so that the Charm Bar opens.
- Select the "App updates" under "Settings".
- If you move the slider from "Yes" to "No", you will have to update the apps manually from now on.