How to set up auto update/download on your PlayStation 4
This article shows you how to switch on automatic download and updates on your PlayStation 4 and what features it enables.
What is auto-update?
When automatic update/download is switched on your PlayStation system switches itself on from standby mode and searches for PlayStation Network content to update. The content available for auto-update varies according to the table below:
System update |
Free |
Game patch download |
Free (Detection, download and installation) |
Remote download |
Free (Detection, download and installation) |
Online Storage |
PlayStation Plus members only |
Trophy sync |
Free |
How do I activate auto-update?
You need to switch on three settings.
- Turn on PS4 from Network
Go to 
[Settings] > [Power Saving Settings] > [Set Features Available in Rest Mode] > Tick the check box next to [Stay Connected to the Internet] and [Enable Turning On of PS4 from Network]:
- Automatic download
Go to [Settings] > [System] > [Automatic Downloads] > Tick the check box next to [Application Update Files].
- Switch on Rest Mode
Press and hold the PS button and select [Enter Rest Mode]. The power indicator on the PlayStation 4 system will turn orange.
How do I enable remote downloads?
Remote downloads are available when purchasing content through PlayStation Store online or on mobile. To enable this feature, you will need to switch on one setting*:
- Go to [Settings]> [Power Save Settings] > [Set Features Available in Rest Mode] > [Stay Connected to the Internet].
*Remember to leave your PS4 system in rest mode for successful remote downloads.
What functions are available with auto-update?
- Game updates (patches) and system software updates are automatically downloaded and installed.
- Games purchased from PlayStation Store via web browser are automatically downloaded and installed if you have chosen to remotely download them.
- Game saves are automatically saved to PlayStation Network so you can pick up where you left off on another PlayStation system. Feature available for PlayStation Plus subscribers only.
- Trophies are automatically synced to PlayStation Network.
Learn how to set up auto update on your PS4, the easiest way to keep your games and applications up to date.