Microsoft Windows 10-22h2 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Microsoft Windows 10-22h2 reached end of life on 14 Oct 2025. Standard support is over — security updates now require extended support, which runs to 10 Oct 2028.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Microsoft Windows release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 18 Oct 2022 | 4y ago |
| Security Support ended | 14 Oct 2025 | 1y ago |
| Extended Security Updates ends | 10 Oct 2028 | in 2y |
| Latest release | 10.0.19045 | final |
Where to go from 10-22h2
Recommended target: Microsoft Windows 11-26h2-e (supported until 9 Oct 2029).
The newest actively supported branch is Microsoft Windows 11-26h2-e (latest release 10.0.26300).
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft Windows 10-22h2 still safe to use?
Microsoft Windows 10-22h2 left standard support on 14 Oct 2025. It still receives security updates under extended support until 10 Oct 2028 — 736 days from now — but only if you are enrolled. Without it, no fixes reach you.
Can I still download Microsoft Windows 10-22h2?
Yes — the final release (10.0.19045) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Microsoft Windows 10-22h2 to?
Upgrade to Microsoft Windows 11-26h2-e, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 9 Oct 2029).