WSUS/cleanup-server/readme.md

WSUS Cleanup (PowerShell)

Powershell scripts to run a safe, repeatable WSUS cleanup:

• Decline superseded/expired updates
• Remove obsolete updates/computers
• Compress updates
• Delete unneeded content files

Works with the supported WSUS cmdlets (UpdateServices module). A legacy .NET fallback is included.

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Requirements

• Run on the WSUS server in an elevated PowerShell session.
• WSUS PowerShell module: UpdateServices (installed with WSUS/RSAT).
• Port 8530 (HTTP) or 8531 (HTTPS).
• Expect long runtimes on large servers; schedule outside business hours.

Quick start

# Standard full cleanup (HTTP 8530)
.\Wsus-Cleanup.ps1 -Verbose

# HTTPS on 8531
.\Wsus-Cleanup.ps1 -UseSsl -Port 8531 -Verbose