What is the Extended Security Updates program for Windows 10

I have been getting a lot of questions about what somebody can do if their computer is not compatible with Windows 11, but they are not ready to get a new computer. Microsoft offers a program that provides essential security updates for Windows 10 after its end-of-life date (10/14/2025). Let's take a look at the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for Windows 10.

The Extended Security Updates (ESU) program was originally introduced by Microsoft for businesses that require more time to transition from an older version of Windows to a newer one. With Windows 10, they have also opened up the ESU program to consumers.

Both versions of the program, whether for consumers or corporations, require Windows 10, version 22H2. What version of the ESU program you can enroll in depends on the type of license you have for Windows 10. Windows 10 Home devices can only choose the Consumer version. Here is a breakdown of the two (2) different versions of the ESU program.

Consumer

• ESU license can be used on up to 10 devices.
• Only has one year of support.
• $30.

Corporate

• ESU license can be used on only one device.
• Can have up to three years of support.
• $61 for the first year, with the price doubling every consecutive year.

For more information on the Extended Security Updates program for Windows 10, follow the links below.

ESU for Consumers

ESU for Corporations