why does 1password automatically download updates even though unchecked?

Hello @aceebee! 👋

We always recommend installing updates for 1Password as soon as possible since they contain important bug fixes, security patches, and general improvements. Be default, 1Password will check for updates periodically and we recommend that folks install the latest update as soon as possible.

If "Install updates automatically" is turned off then 1Password will not check for updates until you click "Check for updates" from the menu bar. If you'd like to review an update and see what it contains before checking for and installing an update then you can find our release notes here: 1Password for Mac Releases

-Dave

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