Windows 10 End of Life: Support and ESU Dates by Version
Windows 10 reached end of support on 14 October 2025. Free monthly security updates stopped on that date for Home, Pro, Enterprise and Education. Your PC only keeps getting security fixes if it runs version 22H2 and is enrolled in Extended Security Updates (ESU), or if it runs an LTSC edition with its own later date.
11 mo left (extended)
Standard support for Windows 10 22H2 (Home and Pro) ended on 14 Oct 2025. Extended support runs until 12 Oct 2027.
Home and Pro users can enroll in consumer ESU. It is free if you sync your settings with Windows Backup, costs 1,000 Microsoft Rewards points, or is a one-time US$30 payment. In June 2026 Microsoft extended consumer ESU by a year, so it now runs to 12 October 2027.
Businesses and schools can buy commercial ESU per device, one year at a time, for up to three years, ending 10 October 2028.
LTSC editions follow their own fixed dates. Enterprise LTSC 2019 is supported until 9 January 2029, and IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021 until 13 January 2032. Enterprise LTSC 2021 ends sooner, on 12 January 2027.
Find your version and edition in the table below. Every date comes from Microsoft's lifecycle pages.
Windows 10 support dates
| Version | Released | Security updates | ESU (paid extended) | Time left | Status | Latest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 22H2 | Official[1] | Official[2] | 11 mo left (extended) | Extended support only | 19045.7846 | |
| Windows 10 21H2 | Official[1] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 21H1 | Official[1] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 20H2 | Official[1] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 2004 | Official[1] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 1909 | Official[1] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 1903 | Official[1] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 1809 | Official[1] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 1803 | Official[1] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 1709 | Official[1] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 1703 | Official[1] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 1607 | Official[1] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 1511 | Official[1] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 1507 | Official[1] | – | Ended | Unsupported |
| Version | Released | Security updates | ESU (paid extended) | Time left | Status | Latest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 22H2 | Official[3] | Official[4] | 1 yr 10 mo left (extended) | Extended support only | 19045.7846 | |
| Windows 10 21H2 | Official[3] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 21H1 | Official[3] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 20H2 | Official[3] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 2004 | Official[3] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 1909 | Official[3] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 1903 | Official[3] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 1809 | Official[3] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 1803 | Official[3] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 1709 | Official[3] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 1703 | Official[3] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 1607 | Official[3] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 1511 | Official[3] | – | Ended | Unsupported | ||
| Windows 10 1507 | Official[3] | – | Ended | Unsupported |
| Version | Released | Mainstream support | Security updates | Time left | Status | Latest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021 LTS | Official[5] | Official[5] | 5 yr 2 mo left | Supported | 19044.7846 | |
| Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 LTS | – | Official[6] | 2 mo left | Ending within a year | 19044.7846 | |
| Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2019 LTS | Official[7] | Official[7] | 2 yr 1 mo left | Security fixes only | 17763.9487 | |
| Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2019 LTS | Official[8] | Official[8] | 2 yr 1 mo left | Security fixes only | 17763.9487 | |
| Windows 10 1607 LTS LTS | Official[9] | Official[9] | Ended | Unsupported | 14393.9688 | |
| Windows 10 1507 LTS LTS | Official[10] | Official[10] | Ended | Unsupported |
Official published by the vendor · Confirmed observed (for example, patches stopped) · Estimated our forecast, with the rule stated · How we date things
Timeline
Mainstream supportSecurity updatesESU (paid extended)EstimatedEndedOther software cut-off
What happens when support ends
Will it still run?
Your PC keeps working. Windows 10 does not shut down, lock you out or delete files when support ends, and it still activates.
Will it get security fixes?
Microsoft stops releasing monthly security updates for that version unless the PC is enrolled in ESU. Vulnerabilities found after the end date stay open on unenrolled PCs.
What stops working?
Microsoft no longer gives technical support for Windows 10, and no new features arrive. Some apps keep getting updates for a while: Microsoft 365 Apps gets security updates on Windows 10 until 10 October 2028 (feature updates stop at version 2608). Microsoft Edge and WebView2 keep updating on 22H2 until at least October 2028, and Microsoft Defender Antivirus keeps getting security intelligence updates through October 2028. Older Windows 10 versions (21H2 and earlier) don't get these updates and can't enroll in ESU.
What are my options?
- Upgrade to Windows 11 for free if your PC meets the requirements (Settings > Windows Update, or the Windows 11 Installation Assistant).
- Stay on Windows 10 22H2 and enroll in consumer ESU (Settings > Windows Update > Enroll now) for updates until 12 October 2027.
- Organizations can buy commercial ESU through volume licensing, or use Windows 365 or Azure Virtual Desktop, where ESU is included.
- Replace PCs that can't run Windows 11 before ESU runs out.
What else stops working, and when
The end of Windows 10 updates is only part of the story. Browsers, Office and apps set their own cut-offs for older versions:
| Date | Software | Affects | What stops |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official[11] | Windows Mail, Calendar and People | Windows 10 (all versions) | The built-in Mail, Calendar and People apps stopped sending and receiving mail; Microsoft replaced them with the new Outlook. |
| Official[12] | OneNote for Windows 10 | Windows 10 (all versions) | The OneNote for Windows 10 app went read-only and stopped receiving updates; users must move to the OneNote app on Windows. |
| Official[13] | Microsoft 365 Apps | Windows 10 (all versions) | Microsoft 365 Apps (Word, Excel, Outlook and the rest) stopped being supported on Windows 10; they keep running but Microsoft asks you to move to Windows 11. |
| Official[14] | Office 2016 / Office 2019 | Windows 10 (all versions) | Office 2016 and Office 2019 reached end of support on every Windows version: no more security updates. |
| Official[13] | Office 2021 / Office 2024 (incl. LTSC) | Windows 10 (all versions) | Office 2021 and Office 2024 still run on Windows 10, but Microsoft no longer supports that combination. |
| Official[15] | Zoom Workplace | Windows 10 32-bit | Zoom Workplace 6.7.0 and later no longer run on 32-bit Windows; those PCs are stuck on version 6.6.0. |
| Official[16] | Steam | Windows 10 32-bit | The Steam client stopped supporting 32-bit Windows 10: no more client or security updates and no support help. 64-bit Windows 10 is unaffected. |
| Official[17] | OneDrive | Windows 10 21H2 and earlier | The OneDrive desktop app stopped updating on Windows 10 21H2 and earlier; it may keep syncing for a while but gets no fixes. |
| Estimated[18] | Microsoft 365 Apps | Windows 10 (all versions) | No more new features or Copilot additions: Microsoft 365 Apps on Windows 10 stay frozen on Version 2608 (the August 2026 release) and get security fixes only. Day picked within August 2026. |
| Estimated[19] | NVIDIA GeForce drivers | Windows 10 (all versions) | No more Game Ready drivers for Windows 10: the October 2026 driver is the last one, and Game Ready drivers from November 2026 support Windows 11 only. |
| Official[18] | Microsoft 365 Apps | Windows 10 (all versions) | Security updates for Microsoft 365 Apps on Windows 10 end; after this the Office apps get no fixes at all. |
| Official[18] | OneDrive | Windows 10 22H2 | The OneDrive desktop app on Windows 10 22H2 stops receiving updates. |
| Estimated[20] | Microsoft Edge and WebView2 Runtime | Windows 10 22H2 | Edge and the WebView2 Runtime (used inside many apps) stop getting updates on Windows 10. Microsoft only commits to 'at least October 2028'; no ESU is needed until then. Day set to the ESU end date. |
| Estimated[21] | Microsoft Defender Antivirus | Windows 10 (all versions) | Microsoft Defender Antivirus security intelligence (virus definition) updates for Windows 10 are only promised through October 2028. Day set to the ESU end date. |
| Estimated[19] | NVIDIA GeForce drivers | Windows 10 (all versions) | NVIDIA's quarterly security-only driver updates for Windows 10 end. |
Windows 10: stay on ESU, upgrade or replace? Cost calculator
Enter your numbers. The calculator compares paying for Extended Security Updates (ESU), upgrading the PCs that can run Windows 11 for free, and replacing the ones that can't.
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Prices checked 12 Nov 2026. They exclude tax, labour and data migration. Sources: Microsoft: ESU program for Windows 10 (business pricing, cumulative years, free in Windows 365 and Azure) · Microsoft Tech Community: US$45 with Intune or Windows Autopatch · Microsoft Education blog: US$1 / 2 / 4 per device · Microsoft: consumer ESU (free options, US$30, extended to 12 Oct 2027)
What to do
Check your version: press Win + R, type winver and press Enter. The window shows the version, the OS build and your edition.
Upgrade: open Settings > Windows Update and check whether Windows 11 is offered. If your PC isn't eligible, update to Windows 10 22H2 first, then enroll in ESU from the same page. For a clean start, use the Windows 11 Installation Assistant or an ISO.
Windows 10 versions: end of support, one by one
Windows 10 22H2 (Home and Pro) end of life Extended support only
Standard support for Windows 10 22H2 (Home and Pro) ended on 14 Oct 2025. Extended support runs until 12 Oct 2027. Final Windows 10 version. Last free monthly update was October 2025; ESU-enrolled PCs keep getting security fixes.
Windows 10 21H2 (Home and Pro) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 21H2 (Home and Pro) stopped getting security updates on 13 Jun 2023 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 21H1 (Home and Pro) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 21H1 (Home and Pro) stopped getting security updates on 13 Dec 2022 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 20H2 (Home and Pro) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 20H2 (Home and Pro) stopped getting security updates on 10 May 2022 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 2004 (Home and Pro) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 2004 (Home and Pro) stopped getting security updates on 14 Dec 2021 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 1909 (Home and Pro) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1909 (Home and Pro) stopped getting security updates on 11 May 2021 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 1903 (Home and Pro) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1903 (Home and Pro) stopped getting security updates on 8 Dec 2020 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 1809 (Home and Pro) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1809 (Home and Pro) stopped getting security updates on 10 Nov 2020 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 1803 (Home and Pro) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1803 (Home and Pro) stopped getting security updates on 12 Nov 2019 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 1709 (Home and Pro) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1709 (Home and Pro) stopped getting security updates on 9 Apr 2019 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 1703 (Home and Pro) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1703 (Home and Pro) stopped getting security updates on 9 Oct 2018 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 1607 (Home and Pro) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1607 (Home and Pro) stopped getting security updates on 10 Apr 2018 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 1511 (Home and Pro) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1511 (Home and Pro) stopped getting security updates on 10 Oct 2017 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 1507 (Home and Pro) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1507 (Home and Pro) stopped getting security updates on 9 May 2017 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 22H2 (Enterprise and Education) end of life Extended support only
Standard support for Windows 10 22H2 (Enterprise and Education) ended on 14 Oct 2025. Extended support runs until 10 Oct 2028. Final Windows 10 version. Enterprise multi-session is covered by this row.
Windows 10 21H2 (Enterprise and Education) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 21H2 (Enterprise and Education) stopped getting security updates on 11 Jun 2024 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 21H1 (Enterprise and Education) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 21H1 (Enterprise and Education) stopped getting security updates on 13 Dec 2022 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 20H2 (Enterprise and Education) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 20H2 (Enterprise and Education) stopped getting security updates on 9 May 2023 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 2004 (Enterprise and Education) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 2004 (Enterprise and Education) stopped getting security updates on 14 Dec 2021 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 1909 (Enterprise and Education) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1909 (Enterprise and Education) stopped getting security updates on 10 May 2022 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 1903 (Enterprise and Education) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1903 (Enterprise and Education) stopped getting security updates on 8 Dec 2020 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 1809 (Enterprise and Education) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1809 (Enterprise and Education) stopped getting security updates on 11 May 2021 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 1803 (Enterprise and Education) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1803 (Enterprise and Education) stopped getting security updates on 11 May 2021 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 1709 (Enterprise and Education) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1709 (Enterprise and Education) stopped getting security updates on 13 Oct 2020 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 1703 (Enterprise and Education) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1703 (Enterprise and Education) stopped getting security updates on 8 Oct 2019 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 1607 (Enterprise and Education) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1607 (Enterprise and Education) stopped getting security updates on 9 Apr 2019 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 1511 (Enterprise and Education) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1511 (Enterprise and Education) stopped getting security updates on 10 Oct 2017 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 1507 (Enterprise and Education) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1507 (Enterprise and Education) stopped getting security updates on 9 May 2017 and is no longer supported.
Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021 (LTSC and IoT) end of life Supported
Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021 (LTSC and IoT) gets security updates until 13 Jan 2032 (5 yr 2 mo left). Version 21H2, sold to device makers. Ten years of support. LTSB/LTSC releases have their own lifecycle and are not covered by the Windows 10 ESU program.
Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 (LTSC and IoT) end of life Ending within a year
Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 (LTSC and IoT) gets security updates until 12 Jan 2027 (2 mo left). That is less than a year away. Version 21H2. Only five years of support (mainstream only, no extended phase), unlike IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021. LTSB/LTSC releases have their own lifecycle and are not covered by the Windows 10 ESU program.
Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2019 (LTSC and IoT) end of life Security fixes only
Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2019 (LTSC and IoT) gets security fixes only, until 9 Jan 2029 (2 yr 1 mo left). Mainstream support ended on 9 Jan 2024. Version 1809, sold to device makers. LTSB/LTSC releases have their own lifecycle and are not covered by the Windows 10 ESU program.
Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2019 (LTSC and IoT) end of life Security fixes only
Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2019 (LTSC and IoT) gets security fixes only, until 9 Jan 2029 (2 yr 1 mo left). Mainstream support ended on 9 Jan 2024. Version 1809. LTSB/LTSC releases have their own lifecycle and are not covered by the Windows 10 ESU program.
Windows 10 1607 LTS (LTSC and IoT) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1607 LTS (LTSC and IoT) stopped getting security updates on 13 Oct 2026 and is no longer supported. Windows 10 Enterprise 2016 LTSB (version 1607). Same dates for IoT Enterprise 2016 LTSB. LTSB/LTSC releases have their own lifecycle and are not covered by the Windows 10 ESU program.
Windows 10 1507 LTS (LTSC and IoT) end of life Unsupported
Windows 10 1507 LTS (LTSC and IoT) stopped getting security updates on 14 Oct 2025 and is no longer supported. Windows 10 Enterprise 2015 LTSB (version 1507). LTSB/LTSC releases have their own lifecycle and are not covered by the Windows 10 ESU program.
For businesses and auditors
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Microsoft support policy
Windows 10 Home, Pro, Enterprise and Education follow Microsoft's Modern Lifecycle Policy. Each feature update was serviced for 18 months (Home and Pro) or 30 months (Enterprise and Education, H2 releases), and the product as a whole ended on 14 October 2025. LTSB and LTSC editions follow the Fixed Lifecycle Policy, with five years of mainstream support and, for most, five more years of extended support.
What changed
- Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 · Name: (empty) → Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021
- Windows 10 1607 LTS reached end of support.
Frequently asked questions
Which Windows 10 versions are still supported?
As of 12 Nov 2026, no Windows 10 version listed here gets security updates.
When does Windows 10 22H2 support end?
Standard support for Windows 10 22H2 (Home and Pro) ended on 14 Oct 2025. Extended support runs until 12 Oct 2027.
What happens when Windows 10 reaches end of life?
Your PC keeps working. Windows 10 does not shut down, lock you out or delete files when support ends, and it still activates. Microsoft stops releasing monthly security updates for that version unless the PC is enrolled in ESU. Vulnerabilities found after the end date stay open on unenrolled PCs.
Is Windows 10 still supported?
No. Free support ended on 14 October 2025. Version 22H2 PCs enrolled in ESU still get security updates: consumers until 12 October 2027, organizations until 10 October 2028. LTSC editions have their own dates.
How long can I get Windows 10 security updates with ESU?
Consumer ESU for Home and Pro runs to 12 October 2027 after Microsoft extended it in June 2026. Commercial ESU can be bought one year at a time and runs at most to 10 October 2028.
How much does Windows 10 ESU cost?
For home users it is free if you back up your settings with Windows Backup, or 1,000 Microsoft Rewards points, or a one-time US$30. For organizations it is US$61 per device for the first year, and the price doubles each year.
When does Windows 10 LTSC end?
Enterprise 2016 LTSB ended on 13 October 2026. Enterprise LTSC 2019 and IoT Enterprise LTSC 2019 end on 9 January 2029. Enterprise LTSC 2021 ends on 12 January 2027, and IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021 on 13 January 2032.
Will Windows 10 stop working after end of support?
No. It keeps running and activating. It just stops getting security fixes unless you enroll in ESU, so it becomes riskier to use online over time.
Can I still upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 for free?
Yes, if your PC meets the Windows 11 hardware requirements. Use Windows Update or the Windows 11 Installation Assistant.
Sources and method
- learn.microsoft.com/en-us/lifecycle/products/windows-10-home-and-pro
- www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/extended-security-updates
- learn.microsoft.com/en-us/lifecycle/products/windows-10-enterprise-and-education
- learn.microsoft.com/en-us/lifecycle/faq/extended-security-updates
- learn.microsoft.com/en-us/lifecycle/products/windows-10-iot-enterprise-ltsc-2021
- learn.microsoft.com/en-us/lifecycle/products/windows-10-enterprise-ltsc-2021
- learn.microsoft.com/en-us/lifecycle/products/windows-10-iot-enterprise-ltsc-2019
- learn.microsoft.com/en-us/lifecycle/products/windows-10-enterprise-ltsc-2019
- learn.microsoft.com/en-us/lifecycle/products/windows-10-2016-ltsb
- learn.microsoft.com/en-us/lifecycle/products/windows-10-2015-ltsb
- support.microsoft.com/en-us/outlook/outlook-for-windows-the-future-of-mail-calendar-and-people-on-windows-11
- support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/what-is-happening-to-onenote-for-windows-10-2b453bfe-66bc-4ab2-9118-01e7eb54d2d6
- support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-10-support-has-ended-on-october-14-2025-2ca8b313-1946-43d3-b55c-2b95b107f281
- learn.microsoft.com/en-us/lifecycle/office-windows-configuration-matrix
- support.zoom.com/hc/en/article
- store.steampowered.com/news/group/4397053/view/502836144430384151
- support.microsoft.com/en-us/onedrive/onedrive-desktop-app-for-earlier-versions-of-windows
- learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365-apps/end-of-support/windows-10-support
- nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5695/~/geforce-support-plan-for-windows-10
- learn.microsoft.com/en-us/deployedge/microsoft-edge-supported-operating-systems
- techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/microsoftdefenderatpblog/end-of-windows-10-support-what-defender-customers-need-to-know/4461349
- Windows 10 Home and Pro lifecycle
- Windows 10 Enterprise and Education lifecycle
- Windows 10 release information (release health)
- Extended Security Updates FAQ (lifecycle)
- Windows 10 ESU program for organizations
- Windows 10 Consumer ESU
- Windows 10 2015 LTSB lifecycle
- Windows 10 2016 LTSB lifecycle
- Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2019 lifecycle
- Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2019 lifecycle
- Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 lifecycle
- Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021 lifecycle
- Windows 10 end of support and Microsoft 365 Apps
- Microsoft Edge supported operating systems
Dates come from the vendor's own lifecycle pages wherever they exist and are checked against them on a schedule. A date is Official when the vendor publishes it, Confirmed when we have seen the updates stop, and Estimated when the vendor publishes nothing and we forecast it from their past behaviour. The rule is shown next to every estimate. Status and time left are worked out from today's date.
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