How To Fix Windows 11 Update Stuck
BlogWindows 11 is the latest version of the Windows NT operating system developed by Microsoft. As this operating system is fairly new, several updates are released by Microsoft developers. Windows 11 update stuck is a very common problem.
How to Fix Windows 11 Update Stuck or Frozen Reasons Why Windows Updates Get Frozen or Get Stuck Method 1: Run Windows Update Troubleshooter Method 2: Uninstall Conflicting Apps in Safe Mode Method 3: Enable Windows Update Services Method 4: Delete Old Windows Update Files Manually Method 5: Reset Windows 11 PC
Internet connectivity errors โ Restart your PC and internet router before going through the solutions listed in this article Lack of memory space Disabled or corrupt Windows update services. Compatibility conflict with existing process or software Incomplete download of update files
It is advisable to boot your Windows 11 PC into Safe Mode and then, uninstall conflict-causing apps, as explained below:
Select the type of Safe boot i.e. Minimal, Alternate shell, Active Directory repair or Network from Boot options.
Scroll through the list of installed apps and click on the three dotted icon for third-party programs installed on your system. Note: We have shown McAfee Antivirus as an example here.
Uncheck the box marked Safe Boot in System Configuration window by following steps 1-6. Also Read: How to Download and Install Windows 11 Updates
Windows update service is crucial for running windows update download and installation. Hereโs how to fix Windows 11 update stuck by enabling Windows Update Service:
In the Windows Update Properties window, set up the Startup type to Automatic and click on Start under Service status.
Clearing old Windows Update files will not only help clear out the storage space required for new downloads but also help fix Windows 11 update stuck issue. We will disable Windows update service first, then clear old update files and finally, restart it.
In the Windows Update Properties window, set up the Startup type to Disabled and click on Stop under Service status.
Here, press Ctrl + A keys together to select all files and folders. Then, press Shift + Delete keys together to delete these files.
Now, follow Method 3 to Enable Windows Update Service. Also Read: Fix Windows 11 Update Error 0x800f0988
If you still face the same problem while updating, read our guide on How to Fix Windows 11 Update Error Encountered issue here. If all else fails, thereโs no choice but to reset your PC as discussed below:
Note: Cloud download requires an active internet connection but is more reliable than Local reinstall.
Note: On the Additional settings screen, click on Change settings to change previously made choices if you want. Then, click on Next.
During the Reset process, your computer may restart several times. This is normal behavior shown during this process and it may take hours to complete this process depending on the settings you choose and data that is stored on your device. Recommended:
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We hope you learned how to fix Windows 11 update stuck or frozen issue. You can send your suggestions and queries in the comment section below.
