Organizations Can Now Sign Up for Windows 10 Extended Security Updates

Microsoft has announced updates to its Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) program. Starting today, organizations can enroll through the Microsoft Volume Licensing Program, with enrollment via Cloud Service Providers opening on September 1.

Microsoft plans to end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. After this date, the company will no longer provide feature and security updates as well as technical support for Windows 10 PCs, which makes them vulnerable to cyberattacks such as malware and viruses.

ESU program pricing and enrollment options for organizations

Organizations and consumers planning to keep using Windows 10 beyond the end of support deadline will need to pay for Windows 10 Extended Security Updates. Commercial organizations will need to pay $61 per device per year, with the price doubling every consecutive year. Enrollment in the ESU program is available today via Microsoft Volume Licensing and Cloud Service Providers starting on September 1.

Windows 10 users can extend their device’s security coverage for one year by enrolling in the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program, which will be available through October 13, 2026. Enrollment is easy via a built-in wizard that appears in system notifications or can be accessed through the Settings menu. The wizard is already rolling out to Windows 10 users and is expected to reach general availability by mid-August.

Consumers will need to enable Windows Backup to receive a year of free Windows 10 security updates. Alternatively, they can enroll through paid options—either by redeeming 1,000 Microsoft Rewards points or paying a one-time fee of $30 USD (pricing may vary by region).

“To help make your move to a Windows 11 PC, as simple and secure as possible, we recommend using Windows Backup—built right into Windows 10,” said Microsoft Consumer Chief Marketing Officer Yusuf Medhi in Microsoft’s blog post. “It’s an easy way to help you safely and securely transfer your data, personal files, and most settings and applications, so everything’s ready for you the moment you sign in.”

Windows 365 users get free access to Extended Security Updates

Microsoft notes that Extended Security Updates for the OS will be available at no additional cost to organizations that pay for Windows 365 to access Windows 11 Cloud PCs on Windows 10 devices. The company is offering a limited-time 20% discount on all Windows 365 plans for new customers.

Last month, Microsoft announced that it will continue to provide security updates for Microsoft 365 apps until October 10, 2028, and feature updates through August 2026. These updates should help customers ease the transition to Windows 11, but will not include technical support. Moreover, Microsoft Defender will receive Security Intelligence Updates on Windows 10 PCs until October 2028.

Microsoft recommends that customers move to Windows 11 instead of purchasing extended security updates for Windows 10. The company has designed Windows 11 to be more secure with features such as Secure Boot, Smart App Control, memory integrity, and virtualization-based security. Microsoft emphasizes that organizations that prioritize security should seriously consider upgrading their hardware to newer Windows 11 PCs.