How Do I Stop Windows 8 from Using So Much Data?

Go to Settings > Change PC Settings > Devices and make sure that “Download over metered connections” is off.

How do I turn off background data on Windows 8?

Steps to Stop Windows XP/ 7/ 8/ 8.1/ 10 Background Data?

1. Open the Settings menu on the Windows Operating System.
2. Click on Network & Internet Option.
3. If you are using Wi-Fi connectivity, click on Wi-Fi. …
4. Click on the Network you are connected.
5. After clicking on it there will be an option of Metered Connection. …
6. Done.

How do I make Windows use less data?

7 Ways to Reduce How Much Data Your Windows 10 PC Uses

1. Make Connection Metered. …
2. Set Data Limit. …
3. Restrict Background Data. …
4. Turn off Background Apps. …
5. Disable Settings Synchronization. …
6. Turn off Microsoft Store Auto-Update. …
7. Pause Windows Updates.