Officially, Microsoft will stop providing new security updates for Windows 10 PCs after October 14, 2025, a little over a ...

Need to stay on Windows 10 for some reason? You can get one year of Extended Security Updates, and it actually works now.

Don't want to fork over $30 for a one-year subscription to Windows 10 Extended Security Updates? Microsoft is offering a couple of ways to avoid the fee. But there is a catch.

If you’re not ready to upgrade, you can still get security updates until October 2026 by enrolling in Microsoft’s ESU program.

Not ready to move on to Windows 11? You can pay for another year of Windows 10 security updates, or you can take advantage of this free option.

Ready to leave Windows 10 behind? We break down the easiest ways to download, install, and upgrade to Windows 11 for free.

If you're not ready to part with your Windows 10 PC, there's a way to get another year of security updates without paying the $30 fee.