:: Refresh and then log off (for user policies) gpupdate /logoff
:: Remote refresh via PowerShell (run as admin) Invoke-GPUpdate -Computer "WS001" -Force gpupdate command
:: Force reapply all settings gpupdate /force :: Refresh and then log off (for user
For further reading, consult Microsoft Docs: Group Policy Update Command , or explore gpresult and the Get-GPResultantSetOfPolicy PowerShell cmdlet for deep reporting. Last updated: Based on Windows 10/11 and Windows Server 2022 behavior. The principles apply to all modern Windows versions. gpupdate command