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November 14, 2025

Windows 10 ESU bug squashed — you may now enroll to get free security updates (and your PC won’t lie to you about it)

Windows 10 is receiving a new lease on life through the Extended Security Update (ESU) program, which offers users a complimentary year of security updates. Some users faced difficulties enrolling in the program, but Microsoft acknowledged the issue and released a fix accessible via Windows Update. Additionally, another bug emerged that affected the enrollment wizard, but Microsoft addressed this concern as well. The ESU program allows users to receive free security updates until October 2026. While Windows 10 support has officially ended, users can continue using the operating system, although upgrading to Windows 11 is recommended for better security and features.

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August 26, 2025

Microsoft Finally Fixed Windows 10 Free One-Year Extended Security Updates Enrollment Issues

The end of support for Windows 10 is on October 14th, with an option to upgrade to Windows 11 at no cost. Microsoft is offering Extended Security Updates (ESU) for an additional year. Users faced challenges enrolling in the ESU program, with issues reported regarding the "Enroll now" button. An update in August 2025 aimed to fix these issues, but some users still did not see the enrollment option. Enrollment options for ESU include backing up settings to a Microsoft account, using Microsoft Rewards points, or making a one-time payment. Windows 11 installation is possible on any Windows 10 machine, and detailed instructions are available for bypassing hardware verification.

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August 26, 2025

Windows 10’s extended support option is taking its sweet time to roll out

Microsoft will continue to provide security updates for Windows 10 beyond October 2025 for users who do not upgrade to Windows 11. Users can extend support by accessing the “Enroll now (ESU)” wizard in system settings, which has been gradually rolled out since late July 2025. Currently, only a limited number of users can see this menu, and the rollout is ongoing. The ESU wizard offers three options for extended updates, allowing users to secure an additional year of support. Users can register for extended support until October 13, 2025. Microsoft has decided not to terminate support for Windows 10 as initially planned and is offering three options for continued updates, two of which are free. Notifications urging users to upgrade before the support deadline have begun appearing, although the option to remain on Windows 10 is less prominently displayed.