Windows 10 Support Ends October 14, 2025

[Jim Fogle]

Microsoft's support of the Windows 10 pc operating system ends October 14, 2025. After that date Microsoft will no longer provide technical support, security patches, updates or any other type of support.

While your computer will still operate the risk of becoming compromised or out-of-date will increase each day.

Windows 10 users should begin preparing for Windows 10 end of life.

[Jim Fogle]

Here is some follow up information you may find useful about Windows 10 End of Life (EOL)

After October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide:

Technical support
Security updates
Feature updates

User Options
* Upgrade to Windows 11

(1)Free Upgrade: If your Windows 10 PC meets the minimum system requirements, you can upgrade to Windows 11 for free.
(2)New PC: If your current device is not eligible, consider purchasing a new PC with Windows 11 pre-installed.

* Extended Security Updates (ESU)

(1)Cost: For $30, you can enroll in the ESU program, which provides security updates for an additional year after support ends.
Enrollment Options: You can enroll through the Windows settings or by using Microsoft Rewards points.

Implications of End of Support
(1)Functionality: Your Windows 10 PC will continue to work, but it will be more vulnerable to security risks without updates.
(2)Microsoft 365 Apps will still receive updates until October 2028, even on Windows 10.

[Wiz Feinberg]

While there's no guarantees, some Windows 10 computers from name brands, like Dell and HP, may already be enrolled in the ESU program to continue to receive security updates through Windows Update. This is happening on a Dell laptop I own. It's worth your time to check with your PC's builder to see if your make and model is enrolled to continue receiving Windows Updates.