MC1274396 Low
Extended Security Updates (ESU) available for Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB 2016
Summary AI-generated
Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB 2016 reaches end of support on October 13, 2026; ESUs available for purchase from April 1, 2026 as a temporary solution.
Suggested actions AI-generated
- Plan upgrade to supported LTSC release
- Consider ESU purchase if more time needed
Written by Azure OpenAI (gpt-4.1) from the text of the post below. It can be incomplete or wrong; the original post is authoritative.
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Original post from Microsoft
If your organization relies on Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB 2016, you know it’s nearing end of support on October 13, 2026. While the long-term solution is upgrading to a newer LTSC release, another temporary solution is available as of April 1, 2026. Extended Security Updates (ESU) are now available for purchase through Volume Licensing or a Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP).
When will this happen:
- October 13, 2026: Devices on Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB 2016 will receive a final monthly security update. This date marks end of support (EOS) for this product.
- April 1, 2026: Extended Security Updates (ESU) are available as a temporary bridge to your next step.
How this will affect your organization:
After October 13, 2026, these devices will no longer receive Windows security updates, non-security updates, bug fixes, technical support, or online technical content updates. If your organization needs additional time to transition to a supported LTSC release, ESUs are available for up to three years.
What you need to do to prepare:
Read additional information to consider your options. Plan to upgrade these devices to a newer LTSC release as a long-term solution.
Additional information: