Stop software update prompts

waynerroper

I do not have administrative control over a work computer that I use zotero desktop on and whenever there is a recommended software update I am informed by the prompt that an update is available, but I cannot install it.

I would like a way to disable this prompt because it pops up multiple times a day when I am using zotero on this work computer. Eventually I will update zotero, but I need to coordinate it with IT at work because they have administrative control.

dstillman

You can set app.update.enabled to false in the Config Editor in the Advanced pane of the preferences.

You should set a regular reminder to check for updates, though, as there are regular releases with bug fixes, new features, and compatibility updates.

waynerroper

I have had Zotero desktop open all day and have not yet seen the popup after changing the app.update.enabled setting to false. I am assuming your suggestion has worked. Thank you for assistance.

I would still suggest adding an option to toggle automatic update off using the menu bar or general preferences menu.

adamsmith

No. This should be difficult to find so that people who do have auto-updates turned off are 100% aware that they do. We'd waste no end of time troubleshooting outdated versions otherwise