ESU program

Amiram Miles 0 Reputation points
2025-07-06T14:08:06.8033333+00:00

Hi , I would like to purchase the ESU program for WIndows 10. I have the latest update but the 'Enroll Now' option under Windows Update does not appear, why and how do I buy the program?

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  1. Amjad Azward 305 Reputation points
    2025-07-06T16:02:11.6433333+00:00

    Hi! The “Enroll Now” option for the Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) program usually appears only if your device is eligible and meets certain requirements. If you don’t see it, here are a few reasons why and what you can do:

    Eligibility: ESU is only available for specific editions of Windows 10 (like Enterprise or Education), not for Home or Pro editions. Make sure your Windows edition qualifies.

    Updates: You need to have all the required updates installed before the “Enroll Now” option appears. Double-check that your system is fully up to date (especially cumulative updates from 2022).

    Activation: Your Windows installation must be properly activated to access ESU enrollment.

    Manual Purchase: If the option doesn’t show up, ESU licenses can also be purchased through Microsoft volume licensing or via your Microsoft reseller partner. It’s not usually available as a direct retail purchase from Windows Update.


  2. Docs 16,711 Reputation points
    2025-07-06T16:33:27.8933333+00:00

    Hi Amiram,

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    Later this year the ESU will be available:

    https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/whats-new/extended-security-updates

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    Docs

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  3. Paulo GM 49,565 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-07-07T01:41:37.2333333+00:00

    Hi @Amiram Miles

    As far as I know, it's not available yet. Once it becomes available, it should be posted at this link.

    https://www.microsoft.com/windows/end-of-support

    For more details, you can visit this article

    https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/windows-itpro-blog/when-to-use-windows-10-extended-security-updates/4102628

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  4. LemP 74,715 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2025-07-07T21:34:55.45+00:00

    The option to obtain Windows 10 extended security updates (ESU) is in the process of being "rolled out." If you qualify but don't yet have the ESU "wizard," you should get it soon. See this article, dated June 24, 2025: https://www.zdnet.com/article/how-to-get-windows-10-extended-security-updates-for-free-2-options/

    The enrollment wizard is available in Windows Insider builds today, and the company says it will begin rolling out to selected Windows 10 PCs in July, with broad availability expected by mid-August.

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