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# How to manage Microsoft Store app updates automatically on Windows
- URL: https://dailyhassle.com/manage-microsoft-store-app-updates-automatically/
- Published: 2026-11-02T06:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-11-02T06:00:00.000Z
- Author: Daniel Mount
- Tags: Windows

[To keep your Microsoft](https://dailyhassle.com/keep-up-with-microsoft-365-updates/) Store apps updated automatically, you need to enable the automatic update feature within the Microsoft Store app settings. This ensures your apps download and install updates whenever they’re available, without you having to check manually. This guide explains how to find and adjust these settings, control update timing and data usage, troubleshoot common problems, and manually check for updates when needed.

## How do I turn on automatic updates for Microsoft Store apps?

Follow these steps to enable automatic updates for your Microsoft Store apps:

1. Open the Microsoft Store app on your Windows device.
2. Click your profile icon (your user picture) in the top-right corner.
3. Select "App settings" from the menu.
4. Find the toggle labeled "Update apps automatically" and switch it to On.

Once enabled, your Microsoft Store apps will update automatically whenever updates are available and your device is connected to the internet. You won’t need to check for updates manually after this.

## Where are the update settings located in Microsoft Store?

The update settings are inside the Microsoft Store app itself:

1. Open Microsoft Store.
2. Click your profile icon in the upper-right corner.
3. Select "App settings" from the dropdown menu.

Here, you’ll find the toggle to turn automatic updates on or off. This section also includes options related to app permissions and update history, letting you manage how updates happen and what apps can do during updates.

## What if my apps aren’t updating automatically despite settings being on?

If automatic updates are enabled but your apps aren’t updating, check these common issues:

- Verify your internet connection is stable and preferably Wi-Fi. Metered or limited data connections can block automatic updates.
- Check if your network is set as metered in Windows settings; metered connections restrict background data, including updates.
- Ensure you’re signed in to your Microsoft account in the Store app, as some updates require account verification.
- Restart your device to fix temporary glitches with the Microsoft Store or Windows Update services.
- Reset the Microsoft Store cache by running the command:

```cmd
wsreset.exe
```

Command Prompt

This clears cached data that could be blocking updates. If issues continue, further troubleshooting may be needed.

## Can I control when and how updates happen to save data or avoid interruptions?

You can manage update timing and data usage with these methods:

- Set your network connection as metered in Windows settings under Network & Internet. This blocks automatic updates on that connection, saving data.
- Since Microsoft Store doesn’t have its own update scheduler, updates download as soon as they’re available when you’re online.
- Use Windows' Active Hours feature to prevent system restarts during your chosen times, but note this mainly affects Windows updates, not Store app updates.

By marking non-Wi-Fi connections as metered, you can limit updates to run only when you’re on an unmetered (usually Wi-Fi) network, helping avoid interruptions and data overuse.

## How can I manually check for and install Microsoft Store app updates?

To manually check for updates:

1. Open the Microsoft Store app.
2. Click the Library icon in the lower-left corner.
3. On the Library page, click the "Get updates" button at the top right.

The Store will check for available updates and start downloading them automatically. You can also update individual apps by clicking the "Update" button next to each app. This is useful if you want the latest features immediately or suspect automatic updates haven’t run.

![View of the Microsoft Store app library page with the 'Get updates' button highlighted on a Windows 11 laptop screen.](https://tse1.mm.bing.net/th?q=Microsoft%20Store%20app%20library%20with%20get%20updates%20button%20on%20Windows%2011%20laptop&w=624&h=352&c=7)

## Conclusion

Enabling automatic updates in the Microsoft Store keeps your apps current without extra effort. You can adjust settings inside the Store app, manage data usage by setting metered connections, and manually check for updates when needed. If updates stop working, checking your connection, account status, restarting your device, or resetting the Store cache usually resolves the issue. These steps help ensure your apps stay up to date smoothly and reliably.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Can I disable automatic updates for just some Microsoft Store apps?

No, the Microsoft Store’s automatic update setting applies to all apps. There isn’t an option to disable automatic updates for individual apps.

### Will automatic updates consume a lot of data on my limited internet plan?

Automatic updates do use data when downloading app updates. To avoid unexpected data use, you can mark your network as metered in Windows settings, which blocks automatic updates on that connection.