While it is recommended not to upgrade until your computer is fully compatible, Windows 10 includes the “Disable Safeguards for Feature Updates” option to install a new feature update bypassing the block. In many scenarios, you can enable the option using the Group Policy Editor or Registry. For instance, if it has been some time and the device is not getting the new version. You want to test the update on a spare computer before upgrading your primary device, or you cannot wait until the new version arrives automatically. This guide will teach you the steps to disable the safeguard hold policy on Windows 10.
Disable safeguard hold for feature updates using Group Policy Disable safeguard hold for feature updates using Registry
Disable safeguard hold for feature updates using Group Policy
To disable the safeguard hold to upgrade Windows 10 to install version 22H2, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the compatibility block will be removed, and you’ll be able to use the Windows Update settings to download and install the October 2020 Update. (See also this video tutorial with the steps to disable the policy.)
After the installation, the policy will reset, and you will need to configure it again if your device has a compatibility hold during the next feature update rollout.
Disable safeguard hold for feature updates using Registry
To bypass the safeguard hold to install a new version of Windows 10 using the Registry, use these steps: After you complete the steps, the option to install Windows 10 22H2 will be available from the Windows Update settings when you are ready to upgrade.
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