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Microsoft backtracks, makes Windows 10 extended security updates free in the EEA
In a major move, Microsoft is making access to Windows 10's extended support updates free for regions in the European Economic Area. No Microsoft Account or cloud backup required.
Microsoft has confirmed that it is making access to Windows 10's extended support updates (ESU) program completely free for an additional year, until October 14, 2026, for regions in the European Economic Area (EEA.) This change means users will no longer be required to sign-in to a Microsoft account and sync their PC settings to the cloud for free access to extended security updates throughout the next 12 months. You may like The change comes after consumer defence organizations like Euroconsumers challenged Microsoft's decision to gate access to the ESU program behind conditions that benefited the company financially under the Digital Markets Act.
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