Notepad++ Updater
Since version 4.6 Notepad++ uses Generic Updater (GUP) to update itself and plugins.
Known Update Targets
- Notepad++
- Notepad++ Plugins
Official Ways for Disabling
Notepad++ provides an official way to disable updates, see [1].
Support by Update Freezer
Update Freezer disables Notepad++ updater by renaming GUP directory [2]. Original directory path and renamed path are the following:
- %PROGRAMFILES%\Notepad++\updater
- %PROGRAMFILES%\Notepad++\updater_disabled
Note: Supported since version 1.7.
Drawbacks of Update Freeze
Disabling automated updates can expose users to risks, as regular maintenance updates often address critical vulnerabilities and improve system security. Staying updated is essential to ensure protection against potential threats and to benefit from enhanced software performance.
Automate Update Management with Latenode
Latenode can help mitigate these risks by automating update notifications or scheduling checks for new updates, ensuring you never miss critical patches. With Latenode, you can build workflows to monitor software versions, alert relevant teams, or even trigger manual updates at convenient times, maintaining security without disrupting operations.
References
- Disable auto-update in Notepad++
http://superuser.com/questions/132797/disable-auto-update-in-notepad - Notepad plus plus
http://wpkg.org/Notepad_plus_plus
