Still running Windows 10 in 2025? You’re not alone. Whether you’ve been battling legacy apps, hardware constraints, or just plain procrastination (we see you 👀), Microsoft’s Extended Security Updates (ESU) program is your emergency parachute—or as we like to call it, your “Get out of jail card.”
What Is Windows 10 ESU?
The Windows 10 ESU program is Microsoft’s way of saying: “We’ll keep you safe… for a price.” It provides critical and important security updates for Windows 10 devices after support ends on October 14, 2025.
- No new features
- No bug fixes
- No technical support
- Just security patches for vulnerabilities rated “critical” or “important”
Windows 10 ESU for Businesses
If you’re in the enterprise space, here’s what you need to know:
- Year 1 (2025–2026): £58 per device
- Year 2 (2026–2027): £116 per device
- Year 3 (2027–2028): £233 per device
- Devices must be running Windows 10 version 22H2
- Activation via Intune, SCCM, or PowerShell is chargeable at our usual hourly rates.
⚠️ Cumulative Pricing Alert: Skip Year 1 and join in Year 2? You’ll pay for both years. No shortcuts here!
Free ESU in the Cloud
Running Windows 10 in a cloud environment? You might be eligible for free Windows 10 ESU if hosted in:
- Windows 365
- Azure Virtual Desktop
- Azure Stack HCI
- Azure VMware Solution
- Nutanix Cloud Clusters on Azure
Why This Matters
ESU is a temporary fix, not a long-term strategy. It’s ideal for:
- Organizations with complex upgrade paths
- Businesses needing more time to test Windows 11 compatibility
- Those who’ve simply been too lazy (hey, we get it—but now’s the time to act!)
Core Team One Has Your Back
At Core Team One, we’re here to help you navigate this transition. Whether you need ESU licensing, upgrade planning, or cloud migration support, we’re your trusted IT provider.
- We’ll secure your systems
- We’ll guide your upgrade
- We’ll make sure you don’t get stuck in Windows 10 jail
It’s Not Too Late to Jump to Windows 11
Windows 10 ESU is your safety net—but Windows 11 is your future. Let’s talk about:
- Device readiness assessments
- Migration roadmaps
- Licensing and deployment strategies
Please talk to us today to get Windows 10 retired, or at least protected for a bit longer!
