What would happen to your business if one of your key tools suddenly stopped being safe to use?
That is exactly what is about to happen with Windows 10.
Microsoft has confirmed that free support for Windows 10 ends on 14 October 2025. That is just around the corner. And with the time it takes to plan, budget, and roll out a full upgrade across your business, waiting any longer is risky.
When support ends, it really ends:
No more security updates
No more bug fixes
No support from Microsoft if something goes wrong
Yes, your devices will still run. But they will be vulnerable, with a target painted on your back for cyber criminals.
A recent survey found that:
18% of business owners had no idea support was ending
14% had thought about it, but had not started planning
That leaves a huge number of businesses exposed to disruption, breaches, and downtime.
Microsoft will offer Extended Security Updates (ESUs). But they are not free. They are a temporary fix, and the cost rises each year.
Upgrading now avoids the scramble and gives you a smoother transition.
Windows 11 is faster, more secure, and designed for modern work. It offers:
Stronger built-in security tools
Better support for hybrid and remote teams
Seamless integration with Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, and Copilot
Smoother performance and productivity improvements
The catch? Not every Windows 10 device can run Windows 11. Hardware upgrades may also be required. Which is why waiting is not an option.
October 2025 is the deadline. The longer you delay, the more costly and disruptive the upgrade will be.
Here is what to do:
Check if your devices are Windows 11 ready
Plan hardware upgrades where needed
Create a rollout timeline before the deadline crunch
Ask your IT support partner: “Are we ready for Windows 10 end of life?”
If the answer is anything but a confident “yes,” it is time to act.
Moving to Windows 11 is not just an upgrade, it is future-proofing your business.
If you need a hand making the transition, my team and I can guide you through the process and make sure your business is ready.
Let’s make the move to Windows 11 before October 2025 becomes a crisis.
