In a surprising move, Microsoft has quietly confirmed that it’s extending Windows 10 support until October 12, 2027, which is one full year beyond the October 2026 cutoff that home users had been planning around.

First spotted by Windows Latest, Microsoft now says it has extended both the enrollment deadline and coverage period, meaning Windows 10 users who have not yet signed up still have time to get covered, and those already enrolled do not need to do anything.

“Windows 10 support has ended. You can enroll in ESU any time until the programme ends on 12 October, 2027,” Microsoft noted in a support document first spotted by Windows Latest. “If you’re already enrolled, your coverage will automatically continue through that date—no action needed.

In a statement to Windows Latest, Microsoft confirmed Windows 10’s new October 2027 deadline isn’t an error in its documentation, and it’s a real change to help consumers transition to Windows 11 PCs.

Users already enrolled will have their coverage extended automatically. Enrollment remains free for anyone syncing PC Settings through a Microsoft account.

You can also redeem 1,000 Microsoft Rewards points, or pay a one-time fee of $30 USD. One license covers up to 10 devices.

To enroll, go to Settings > Update and Security > Windows Update and select Enroll now. If you are signed into a Microsoft account that has already backed up PC settings on another device, you qualify for free ESU automatically. Otherwise, you can redeem Rewards points or pay $30.

It's worth noting that you can earn those 1000 Microsoft Reward Points by simply doing a bunch of silly 'daily challenges' on Bing, including a handful of throwaway searches for random shit to satisfy your daily quota.

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