If you’ve successfully enrolled in the Windows Insider program, but recently, you’ve noticed that you can’t download new preview versions on your Windows 10 PC and in the Windows Insider program settings page, the error message; Your diagnostic settings are preventing this device from getting versions of Insider appears, this message is intended to help you. In this article, we will identify the possible causes and provide the appropriate solution to resolve this problem.
Your diagnostic settings are preventing this device from getting versions of Insider
You will encounter this error message below because the Windows Insider program is using diagnostic data to improve Windows 10 productivity.
Your diagnostic settings are preventing this device from getting versions of Insider
The diagnostic data is used for the following purposes:
- To identify if your device is facing a problem and the same data can be used to solve these problems.
- The stream configuration on your device to judge if it can accommodate upcoming updates, feature version updates.
- To check the behavior of your device in stages Download, pre-installation, post-installation, post-restart and configuration to obtain an update.
- To check the performance of updates on your Windows devices and to learn features of the device after the success / failure of the updates.
- When an update is released, all devices will behave the same way and some devices may not get the update installed. This will help Microsoft decide if the update can be offered to the device again.
Solve this number of your Windows 10 device does not receive Insider builds, you can follow the simple instructions described below.
- hurry Windows key + X to open the experienced user menu.
- Tap NOT on the keyboard to open the Settings app.
- In the Settings app, go to Privacy > Diagnostics and feedback.
- Now in the right pane of Diagnosis and feedback, set the radio button to Full option.
- Exit the Settings app and restart your device.
The problem should be resolved and you can now start getting Insider versions again on your device.
Pro tip: Microsoft recommends disabling the Insider versions when your PC is running a production version, which is more stable and can stay on your device longer. Insider versions are less stable than production versions, are not revised, and ultimately expire.