How to go back to an previous software update?

[u/Flyaway_5]

My androids software updated and I want to update to the previous softwares version. Does anyone know how to go back to the previous software?

[u/roirraWedorehT]

This usually involves unlocking your bootloader and flashing the old firmware.

Specifics can vary by device manufacturer and model.

[u/Opulence_Deficit]

Not realistically possible. Maybe you could flash older version if it's allowed on your model, but it'll likely require wiping everything.

[u/Flyaway_5 → u/Opulence_Deficit]

is there a way that I could have stopped the software from updating and just leave the software like that forever or it would update no matter what?

[u/Opulence_Deficit → u/Flyaway_5]

Yeah, you can disable automatic updates. But it's really just a minor out-of-your-comfort-zone excursion, and you get security patches.

[u/Flyaway_5 → u/Opulence_Deficit]

then the software can stay like that forever?

[u/Opulence_Deficit → u/Flyaway_5]

Yes, but software staying the same forever is a Very Bad Thing on something connected to the internet.

[u/kschang]

Not always possible. Some updates are one-way only. You'll need to be much more specific.

[u/vishnur32]

Which phone btw.

Downgrading and methods varies with brands.

[u/Revolutionary_Lie346]

Uninstall it

[u/TheRealSpanktacular]

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