I've noticed that my Android apps are using my mobile data to update, which is causing me to exceed my data limit. I want to make sure that apps update only when I'm connected to a Wi-Fi network. Is there a setting or a method to ensure this? If so, how can I configure it?
By following these steps, you’ll ensure that app updates will only occur when your device is connected to a Wi-Fi network, thereby saving your mobile data usage. If you want to be sure, double-check that no individual apps are set to update using mobile data under their specific app settings.
Additional to setting the Play Store to update apps over Wi-Fi only, you might want to monitor your apps individually. Some apps could have permissions to use data in the background or may have their settings that override the Play Store settings.
By doing this, you ensure apps won't sneakily use your mobile data for updates or other operations unless you're on Wi-Fi.
Data Saver will limit apps from using data in the background unless it’s essential or you’ve marked them as unrestricted. This setting adds an extra layer of control alongside the Play Store’s Wi-Fi-only updates.
Sometimes, carrier-specific apps or custom Android skins (e.g., Samsung or Huawei) may override standard Android settings. Check your device’s OEM skin settings, and look for specific carrier-related data settings or options that might affect auto-updates.
These options can often impose additional constraints on when and how your apps update, so it's always worth investigating.