"Wub_x64.exe" is the 64-bit executable for Windows Update Blocker, a free, portable utility developed by Sordum that allows users to completely disable or enable automatic updates on Windows with a single click. Key Features
One-Click Control: Simplifies the process of stopping the Windows Update service without manually digging into Services.msc or Group Policy Editor.
Service Protection: Includes a "Protect Service Settings" feature that prevents Windows from automatically re-enabling the update service (a common issue with manual disabling). wub x64
Portable Software: Requires no installation; you can run Wub_x64.exe directly from a USB drive or any folder.
Service Manager: Allows you to add other services to a list to be blocked or managed alongside Windows Update. "Wub_x64
Command Line Support: Supports command-line parameters for automation (e.g., /p to protect settings or /d to disable). How to Use It Download the tool from the official Sordum website. Extract the ZIP file and run Wub_x64.exe. Select "Disable Updates".
Check "Protect Service Settings" to ensure Windows doesn't undo your changes. “Windows Update re-enables itself after reboot”
Click "Apply Now". The status icon will turn red to indicate updates are blocked.
Why use x64?The _x64 version is specifically optimized for 64-bit versions of Windows (which includes almost all modern Windows 10 and 11 installations), ensuring better compatibility and performance than the standard 32-bit Wub.exe.
Use GRUB2 + loopback or tools like Lubi (unmaintained), but expect breakage on x64 UEFI.
WUB (Windows Update Blocker) is a portable, free tool that gives you one-click control to enable or disable Windows Updates completely. It works on x64 (64-bit) and x86 systems.
Update Orchestrator Service via services.msc.