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Microsoft Announces End of Support for Windows 10 22H2 on October 14, 2025

Microsoft Announces End of Support for Windows 10 22H2 on October 14, 2025
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September 19, 2025

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Microsoft has issued a final reminder that support for Windows 10 22H2 will officially end on October 14, 2025. This marks a significant milestone for users still operating on this version, as Microsoft plans to cease providing security updates and support after this date.

The Reminder and Its Significance

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The 30-day warning emphasizes Microsoft's resolve to move users toward newer operating systems, despite the large install base remaining on Windows 10—a number estimated at around 400 million PCs excluded from Windows 11 due to strict hardware requirements.

Impacted Operating System Versions

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Microsoft's guidance applies primarily to:

Support for earlier versions like Windows 10 2015 LTSB and Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSB 2015 will also conclude on October 14, 2025. Conversely:

Costs and Options for Continued Support

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Organizations that choose to stay on Windows 10 past support end often face substantial costs, potentially amounting to billions for extended security updates (ESUs). For individual users, Microsoft offers options such as a one-year free ESU by fulfilling certain conditions, including:

Transition to Windows 11

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Microsoft strongly recommends updating to Windows 11, though this may require new hardware for many users still operating on Windows 10. As part of its official guidance:

> "As always, we recommend that you update your devices to the latest version of Windows 11."

Final Notice

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After October 14, 2025, devices running Windows 10 22H2 and other unsupported versions will no longer receive monthly security updates or preview patches, potentially exposing them to security vulnerabilities. While devices won't stop functioning immediately, the risk from unpatched security flaws will increase significantly.

Stay prepared and plan your upgrade accordingly to ensure continued security and support.

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