Microsoft on Tuesday announced that it expands expanded Windows 10 security updates (Es) For an extra year, allowing users either paying a small $ 30 fee, or sync PC settings in the cloud.
Development goes ahead of the upcoming technological giant October 14, 2025, termWhen it plans to officially stop support and stop providing security updates for devices running on Windows 10. The desktop operating system was launched in July 2015.
The Windows manufacturer describes ESU as “the last resort option” for customers who need to launch Legacy Microsoft Software, which has reached the end of the end of life (EOL). This should be a temporary solution when switching to a new supporting platform.
As part of the new enrollment options announced by Microsoft, people can include a Windows 10 PC program through the “Enrollment Wizard” program available in Settings. Users can choose one of three options –
- Use a backup of Windows to synchronize the settings to the cloud (at no extra costs)
- Recipate 1000 points Microsoft Rewards (Without Additional Costs)
- Pay 30 dollars (local prices may change)
After selecting the relevant PC users, the users will be automatically enrolled in the program. ESU coverage for Windows 10 devices has been running from October 15, 2025 to October 13, 2026.
Currently, the enrollment master is available in the Windows Insider program, and is expected to be transferred to Windows 10 customers in July, with expanded affordability for mid -August.
It is worth noting that ESU does not cover new features, security updates or design changes. Another key aspect to consider is that the use of Microsoft Rewards or Windows Backup requires users to subscribe to the Microsoft account if they do not yet.
“Persons or organizations who decide to continue using Windows 10 after supporting on October 14, 2025 will be able to record their PCs for a paid subscription,” Microsoft notes.
“The ESU program allows the PC to continue receiving critical and important security updates through an annual subscription service after completion.”
