How Do I Stop My iPhone From Updating Apps?
Downloading and installing app updates automatically can save you time and a lot of taps on your phone. But if you want full control over the software on your phone and how you use data, you can turn off auto app updates by following these steps:
Tap Settings. Tap App Store. Move App Updates slider to off/white. If you have limited data but still want to have up-to-date apps, there’s another option. Keep App Updates turned on (the slider will be green), but go to the Cellular Downloads section and move Automatic Downloads to off/white. With that, apps will only auto-update using Wi-Fi.
How Do You Turn Off Automatic OS Updates in iPhone Settings?
Just like with apps, iOS updates can be automatically downloaded to your iPhone. These updates are extensive—sometimes multiple gigabytes—so they can drain your battery and use up your limited data. Technically only the download of the OS is automatic. It doesn’t install automatically; you still have to choose when to install it. Still, you may want more control. If so, turn off automatic OS updates by following these steps:
Tap Settings. Tap General. Tap Software Update. Tap Automatic Updates. Move the Download iOS Updates slider to off/white.
Why Turn Off Auto Updates?
Setting your iPhone to update apps automatically and the OS can be helpful. When you do that, you’ll always be running the latest versions and have the newest bug fixes, which is particularly important for iOS updates since they can include security patches. But sometimes, you won’t want to auto-update your iPhone, especially if you have limited cellular data each month or low battery life that you need to save.
