MC1448328 Medium
Plan for Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 end of support
Summary AI-generated
Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 reaches end of support on January 12, 2027; Extended Security Updates available for purchase beginning September 1, 2026.
Suggested actions AI-generated
- Plan upgrade to Windows 11 Enterprise LTSC 2024
- Consider purchasing Extended Security Updates (ESU)
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
What and why:
Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 reaches end of support on January 12, 2027. As you plan to upgrade these devices to a supported version, you can purchase Extended Security Updates (ESU).
Rollout schedule:
- September 1, 2026: Extended Security Updates (ESU) will be available for purchase.
- January 12, 2027: Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 will reach end of support.
Impact on your organization:
Devices running Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 will receive a final monthly security update on January 12, 2027. After that, they will no longer receive Windows security updates, non-security updates, bug fixes, technical support, or online technical content updates.
Action required/recommendations:
Upgrade these devices to Windows 11 Enterprise LTSC 2024 for the latest security capabilities. If your organization needs additional time to complete your migration, consider purchasing Extended Security Updates (ESU). Learn more at Plan for Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 end of support.
Compliance considerations:
No compliance considerations are identified. Review as appropriate for your organization.