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Extended Security Updates (ESU) available for Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB 2016
Microsoft 365 Message Center Archive by Merill Fernando · Microsoft may not have sent this notice to your tenant.What the notice says
Microsoft’s text, with source markup removedIf 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: Plan for Windows Server 2016 and Windows 10 2016 LTSB end of support What's new in Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2016 Windows 10 2016 LTSB - Microsoft Lifecycle
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- Public source · 13 Oct 2026MC1506289: Windows 11, version 24H2 (Home and Pro) and Windows 10 LTSB 2016 have reached end of updates Microsoft 365 Message Center Archive by Merill FernandoShared reference: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/windows-itpro-blog/plan-for-windows-server-2016-and-windows-10-2016-ltsb-end-of-support/4496136
- Public source · 14 Sep 2026MC1471964: 30-Day Reminder: Windows 11, version 24H2 and Windows 10 LTSB 2016 reaching end of updates on October 13, 2026 Microsoft 365 Message Center Archive by Merill FernandoShared reference: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/windows-itpro-blog/plan-for-windows-server-2016-and-windows-10-2016-ltsb-end-of-support/4496136
- Public source · 14 Aug 2026MC1454882: 60-Day Reminder: Windows 11, version 24H2 and Windows 10 LTSB 2016 reaching end of updates on October 13, 2026 Microsoft 365 Message Center Archive by Merill FernandoShared reference: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/windows-itpro-blog/plan-for-windows-server-2016-and-windows-10-2016-ltsb-end-of-support/4496136
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