For example, if the computer was already running the May 2020 Update, version 2004, then you can uninstall the update using the same steps to remove a monthly update. On the other hand, if you are running an older release like the November 2019 Update (version 1909), then you’ll need to use the recovery settings. In this guide, you’ll learn the steps to uninstall version 20H2 to revert to the previous version of Windows 10 without losing your files.
Uninstall Windows 10 20H2 from version 2004 Uninstall Windows 10 20H2 from version 1909
Uninstall Windows 10 20H2 from version 2004
To uninstall Windows 10 October 2020 Update (version 20H2) on a device already running the May 2020 Update, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the update containing version 20H2 will remove bringing the device back to version 1909. Update history option Uninstall updates option Windows 10 20H2 (KB4562830) uninstall
Uninstall Windows 10 20H2 from version 1909
To uninstall Windows 10 20H2 (October 2020 Update) from devices previously running version 1909 or older releases, use these steps: After you complete the steps, the latest feature update will be uninstalled, and the device will revert to the previous version. Uninstall Windows 10 20H2 option Skip check for updates Remove Windows 10 20H2 details Windows 10 20H2 remove option
Option to rollback is missing on Windows 10
Windows 10 automatically saves a copy of the previous version in the Windows.old folder during each upgrade process in case the installation fails and rollback is required. If the upgrade completes successfully, the Windows.old folder will be kept, and you can use the above instructions to remove the Windows 10 20H2 update.
If the Windows.old folder is not present in the root of the “C” drive, you won’t be able to uninstall the feature update. Usually, after ten days from the original installation, Windows 10 will delete the previous setup files automatically to free update space, which means that after that point the option to rollback will be removed. In the case that you have the files for the previous version, but the option to go back to a previous version isn’t available, then there is another issue, and you’ll need to downgrade using a clean installation of Windows 10 using an ISO file that contains the older version you want to use. Once you are back on the previous version, you can try reinstalling the feature update again. If you’re not ready to upgrade, you can always block the Windows 10 20H2 using these steps. If you no longer have the option to rollback, you can use this guide to configure the system to keep the previous installation for a longer period to allow more time to uninstall an upgrade during the next release of Windows 10. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
