Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 10 will reach end of support on 14 October 2025. After that date there will be no more free security updates — which makes those machines a steadily growing risk the longer they stay in use.
Two years feels comfortable, but hardware budgets, compatibility checks and staged rollouts all take planning. Some older devices won’t meet Windows 11’s stricter requirements (such as TPM 2.0) and will need replacing, so it pays to map your estate early.
Why this matters
- Unsupported means unsafe — no security updates makes those PCs an easy target over time.
- Not every PC can upgrade — Windows 11’s hardware requirements rule some devices out.
- Budgets need lead time — spreading replacements avoids a single painful hit.
- Compliance and insurance — running unsupported systems can breach both.
What we’d advise
We help clients audit their devices, identify what can upgrade versus what needs replacing, and build a sensible refresh plan that spreads cost and avoids a last-minute scramble.
Source: Microsoft product lifecycle documentation.