Fake Windows 10 Update
A full-screen imitation of a Windows 10 style update with a spinning loader, a slowly rising percentage and a request to keep the computer on.
Uses for a fake Windows 10 update
Prank a friend
Start it on their computer and watch them wait for an update that is not happening.
Take a break
Leave an update screen running while you step away from your desk.
Tutorials and videos
Show an update screen in a tutorial or sketch without running a real update.
Control the timing
Choose how many minutes the update takes to reach 100%. After that, it switches to a restarting message and keeps spinning.
How to use it
Choose how many minutes the update should take. Press Full screen. The progress starts from zero. Press Esc to exit at any time.
Frequently asked questions
Does this actually update Windows?
No. Nothing is installed or changed. It is a web page that looks like an update screen.
How do I exit?
Press Esc, or close the browser tab.
Is this affiliated with Microsoft?
No. It is our own design based on the general look of Windows updates.
Is it free? Do I need to install anything?
Yes, it is free. Every screen runs in your web browser on a computer, phone or tablet. There is nothing to download and no account to create.
Do you store or upload anything?
No. Your settings are saved only in your own browser so they are ready next time. We do not use cookies, and we count visits with cookieless analytics.