Starting June 13, 2023, Windows 10 21H2 users will no longer receive security updates. Users who require Microsoft support after this date will be asked to update their device to the latest version of Windows 10 or upgrade to Windows 11 to remain supported. Affected editions include Home, Pro, Pro Education, and Pro for Workstations, all released in November 2021. After the end date, Windows 10 21H2 devices running Home and Pro editions will no longer receive security and monthly quality updates containing bug fixes and patches for recently discovered security vulnerabilities.
Windows 10 20H2 for business and education users will also reach end-of-service (EOS) next month, after multiple other versions reached it a year ago, on May 10, 2022.
Microsoft is providing a comprehensive list of all products reaching EOS and retiring later this year. Customers can access more details about Windows end dates in the Windows Lifecycle FAQ, the Windows 10 Servicing Frequently Asked Questions, and using the Lifecycle Policy search.
Windows 10 22H2, also known as the Windows 10 2022 Update, is now available to eligible devices running Windows 10 20H2 or later that are not affected by compatibility issues and are not configured to defer feature updates. Microsoft will force the Windows 10 2022 Update on consumer and unmanaged business devices running Windows 10 20H2 until it reaches EOS in June.
Windows 11 22H2, also known as the Windows 11 2022 Update, is now widely available for eligible devices. Microsoft forced it on systems running Windows 11 21H2, a release fast approaching its end-of-service date of October 10, 2023. The company has been helping Windows users stay up-to-date and secure with supported versions of Windows through automatic updates since Windows 10, and it will continue to do so for Windows 11.