When Does Windows 10 Support End? Everything You Need to Know

Windows 10 has been one of Microsoft’s most successful operating systems, powering over a billion devices worldwide. But like every OS, it comes with an expiration date. Many professionals are asking the critical question: when does Windows 10 support end, and what does that mean for security and business operations?

The answer is more than just a calendar date—it’s a cybersecurity and compliance concern that IT managers, CEOs, and cybersecurity specialists cannot ignore.

Official End of Support Timeline for Windows 10

Microsoft officially announced that Windows 10 support ends on October 14, 2025.

Here’s a breakdown of what that means:

• Mainstream Support (feature updates) already ended in 2020.

• Extended Support (security patches) continues until October 14, 2025.

• This applies to Home, Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions.

⚠️ After this date, no new updates, bug fixes, or security patches will be released—leaving users vulnerable.

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