Important: Preventing an app from running in the background doesn't mean you can't use it. It simply means it won't be running in the background when you aren't using it. You can launch and use any app that's installed on your system at any time simply by clicking its entry on the Start Menu.Mar 26, 2021
How do I use less background data?
- Update apps on Wi-Fi only. Head to the Google Play store and tap Menu > Settings > Auto-update apps. ...
- Configure in-app data settings. ...
- Restrict background data. ...
- Preload streaming-app content. ...
- Download files on Wi-Fi only. ...
- Cache maps before traveling. ...
- Fine-tune sync settings. ...
- Temporarily switch off sync.
How do I stop background running data?
- Go to Start , then select Settings > Privacy > Background apps.
- Under Background Apps, make sure Let apps run in the background is turned Off.
What apps are using data in the background?
The apps that use the most data typically are the apps that you use the most. For a lot of people, that's Facebook, Instagram, Netflix, Snapchat, Spotify, Twitter and YouTube. If you use any of these apps daily, change these settings to reduce how much data they use.Mar 16, 2017
What happens if I turn background data off?
So when you restrict the background data, the apps will no longer consume the internet in the background, i.e. while you are not using it. It will use the internet only when you open an app. This even means you won't get real-time updates and notifications when the app is closed.Nov 20, 2019