{"id":5226,"date":"2024-04-02T10:24:00","date_gmt":"2024-04-02T17:24:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/blog\/?p=5226"},"modified":"2025-10-02T10:27:30","modified_gmt":"2025-10-02T17:27:30","slug":"windows-10-end-of-support-updates-for-education","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/blog\/2024\/04\/windows-10-end-of-support-updates-for-education\/","title":{"rendered":"Windows 10 end of support updates for education"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Windows 10 will reach <a title=\"end of support\" href=\"https:\/\/techcommunity.microsoft.com\/t5\/windows-it-pro-blog\/plan-for-windows-10-eos-with-windows-11-windows-365-and-esu\/ba-p\/4000414\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more\">end of support<\/a> (EOS) on October 14, 2025, less than two years from today.\u202f While two years may seem like a lot of time, upgrading your school\u2019s devices now will help your organization stay focused on learning outcomes and protect educational data without interruption. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For nearly a decade, you\u2019ve helped shape the learning experiences of countless students and educators with Windows 10. We wish to express our gratitude and appreciation for the ways you\u2019ve used Windows 10 to empower learners, leaders, and intuitions to transform education. Thank you for being an integral part of our mission to enable equitable education for all.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We encourage you to transition to <a title=\"Windows 11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/products\/windows\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more about Windows 11.\">Windows 11<\/a> sooner than later, and we\u2019re here to help you plan your move. Learn about the options you have to smoothly transition to Windows 11, including extended protection for Windows 10 devices that may need more time to transition.\u202f &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-does-windows-10-end-of-support-mean\">What does Windows 10 end of support mean?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>End of support means that Microsoft will no longer provide bug fixes for issues, security fixes for vulnerabilities, time zone updates, or technical support for problems that might occur.\u202f &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As noted on the\u202f<a title=\"Windows 10 release information\" href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/lifecycle\/products\/windows-10-enterprise-and-education\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">Windows 10 release information<\/a>\u202fpage, version 22H2 is the final version of Windows 10. All editions of Windows 10, version 22H2 will remain in support with monthly security updates through October 14, 2025. &nbsp;\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"transition-from-windows-10-to-windows-11-to-meet-your-needs\">Transition from Windows 10 to Windows 11 to meet your needs\u202f<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windows 11 helps every learner do their best work with easy-to-use tools built right in and ready to go from the first day\u2014all in a <a title=\"secure and trusted environment\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/cybersecurity-solutions-for-schools\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">secure and trusted environment<\/a>. Windows 11 security features are enabled by default, providing protection for your school\u2019s devices and peace of mind. The accessibility features and AI improvements built into Windows 11 help educators personalize learning and meet the needs of all students. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to upgrading eligible PCs to Windows 11 using\u202f <a title=\"Microsoft Intune\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/security\/business\/Microsoft-Intune?rtc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more about Microsoft Intune.\">Microsoft Intune<\/a>, your options to adopt Windows 11 include: &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Upgrade eligible PCs to Windows 11.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Purchase <a title=\"new modern Windows 11 Pro PCs\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/devices\/overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">new modern Windows 11 Pro PCs<\/a>.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Move to Windows 11 on a Cloud PC with Windows 365.\u202f \u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As we continue to develop Windows 11 for education, along with a wide range of devices from our partners, we remain dedicated to creating products that help all students access the tools and support they need to explore new opportunities and succeed in their learning. Find the perfect <a title=\"learning device\" aria-label=\"Learn more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/devices\/overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">learning device<\/a> at a low cost from <a title=\"Microsoft Education\" aria-label=\"Learn more about Microsoft Education\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Microsoft Education<\/a>. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/01-Microsoft-Education-student-device-digital-pen1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A child working with a teacher on a tablet, engaging in math problems. \" class=\"wp-image-6150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/01-Microsoft-Education-student-device-digital-pen1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/01-Microsoft-Education-student-device-digital-pen1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/01-Microsoft-Education-student-device-digital-pen1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/01-Microsoft-Education-student-device-digital-pen1-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Windows 11 helps every learner do their best work with easy-to-use tools built right in and ready to go from the first day. &nbsp; &nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"take-advantage-of-the-extended-security-update-program-for-windows-10\">Take advantage of the Extended Security Update program for Windows 10\u202f<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We encourage you to switch to <a title=\"Windows 11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/products\/windows\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more about Windows 11.\">Windows 11<\/a>, but we recognize that some situations might not allow you to upgrade your Windows 10 devices before the EOS date. For this reason, Microsoft will provide Extended Security Updates (ESU). The ESU for Windows 10 is designed to provide you with peace of mind as you migrate to Windows 11 and identify Windows 10 PCs that need more time to transition.\u202f &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Devices enrolled in ESU can receive monthly security updates but no feature or other updates.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Similar to the Windows 7 ESU program, you will be able to purchase yearly subscriptions to security updates, renewable for up to three years.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Windows 365 customers, as well as those that run Windows 10 in an Azure Virtual Desktop, will receive ESU at no additional charge.\u202f &nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To help you plan a successful transition, we\u2019re offering special education pricing for the Windows 10 ESU program: &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>ESU pricing<sup>1<\/sup> for Microsoft education customers will be $1 per license for the first year, $2 the following year, and $4 the third year to ensure institutions receive the support they need.\u202f\u202f\u202f&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This offer is extended to all education customers, including K-12 and Higher Education. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We know educators and students have experienced great benefits with Windows 10 and there&#8217;s even <a title=\"more to love with Windows 11\" href=\"https:\/\/educationblog.microsoft.com\/en-us\/2022\/11\/top-reasons-why-teachers-and-students-love-using-windows-11\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">more to love with Windows 11<\/a>, including built-in accessibility features on devices that are secure, easy to deploy, and manage. We look forward to helping you plan your transition to Windows 11 and supporting you on your journey. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ll continue to share updates about Windows 10 EOS and in the meantime, visit <a title=\"Lifecycle FAQ for Windows\" href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/lifecycle\/faq\/windows\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more\">Lifecycle FAQ for Windows<\/a> for more details. Additionally, more information on the ESU program will be shared later as availability and Windows 10 EOS approach.\u202fRead the <a title=\"Tech Community Blog\" href=\"https:\/\/aka.ms\/Windows\/CloudBasedUpdates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"go to the Tech Community Blog.\">Tech Community Blog<\/a> on Windows 10 EOS or our visit the <a title=\"Windows Tech Community\" href=\"https:\/\/techcommunity.microsoft.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more about the Windows Tech Community.\">Windows Tech Community<\/a> for more details on ESU enrollment. Looking for support? 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