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How to Turn Off Automatic Updates in Cursor

Cursor's automatic updates can sometimes be disruptive to your workflow, especially if you need to maintain a specific version for compatibility reasons. Here's how to manage Cursor's auto-updates.

Method 1: Using hosts file (Advanced Users)​

Warning: This method is not officially recommended as it may affect other applications. Use at your own risk.

  1. Open your system's hosts file:
    • Windows: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc\hosts
    • Linux/Mac: /etc/hosts
  2. Add the following line to block the update server: 
    127.0.0.1 download.todesktop.com
  3. Save the file (requires administrator privileges)

Tip: Currently, Cursor doesn't have a built-in setting to disable automatic updates. The development team recommends accepting minor updates as they contain important bug fixes.

  1. Accepting minor updates (e.g., 0.44.6 to 0.44.8) as they contain important bug fixes
  2. If you encounter issues with a new version:

Important Notes​

  • Minor version updates (e.g., 0.44.x) typically contain bug fixes only
  • Major version updates may include significant changes
  • If you're developing for specific platforms (like Ubuntu 18.04), document your Cursor version requirements
  • Always backup your settings before updates

Last Updated: April 2025

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