Windows 10 version 21H2 servicing ends today, and it will no longer receive monthly security updates
It’s time to update your PC if it’s on Windows 10 version 21H2.
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What you need to know
Windows 10 version 21H2 has officially reached its end of servicing. That means Microsoft will no longer ship monthly security updates to any systems running that particular version of Windows. The company recommends updating to an in-date version of Windows 10 or upgrading to Windows 11 to keep computers protected.
Windows 10 version 21H2, which initially launched near the end of 2021, has since been succeeded Windows 10 version 22H2. Of course, Windows 11 has also shipped since the rollout of Windows 10 version 21H2, but some PCs do not meet theminimum requirements to upgrade to Windows 11.
A supported version of Windows 10 will continue to beavailable until October 14, 2025.
Microsoft explained the end of servicing for Windows 10 version 21H2 in an updated entry in theWindows message center:
Reminder: End of servicing for Windows 10, version 21H2 Home, Pro, Pro Education, and Pro for Workstations
Starting today, June 13, 2023, Home, Pro, Pro Education, and Pro for Workstations editions ofWindows 10, version 21H2have reached end of servicing. The June 2023 security update - released June 13, 2023 - is the last update available for these versions. Devices running these versions will no longer receive monthly security and preview updates containing protections from the latest security threats.
The following editions of Windows are affected by today’s cutoff:
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As the saying goes, when one door closes, another opens. While Windows 10 version 21H2 has reached end of servicing, Microsoft just started rolling out theWindows 11 May 2023 feature update. The update is also known as Moment 3 and includes several new features, including an improved Widgets Board.
Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.
