Time to Update: Windows 11 23H2 Home and Pro Editions Are Losing Support Soon

Microsoft has announced that in three months, devices running Windows 11 version 23H2 in the Home and Pro editions will cease to receive updates. Support for Enterprise and Education editions will continue until November 10, 2026. After the end of servicing on November 11, 2025, Home and Pro users contacting technical support will be directed to upgrade to the latest Windows 11 build.

As a replacement, Microsoft recommends transitioning to Windows 11 24H2 — the 2024 release that has been available to enterprise customers in the Release Preview channel since May, and, as of October, rolled out to most 22H2 and 23H2 users. However, the update may be unavailable on systems with incompatible drivers or software. Known blockers include SenseShield Technology, integrated cameras with unsupported modules, Intel Smart Sound Technology (SST) audio drivers, wallpaper modification utilities, and Dirac audio enhancement solutions.

Support for version 22H2 is also nearing its end — servicing for these releases will conclude on October 14. Users can track end-of-support dates and view the list of products nearing retirement through the Lifecycle Policy tool and the Windows Lifecycle FAQ section.

According to Statcounter, nearly three years after its October 2021 release, Windows 11 has overtaken Windows 10 in market share: 53% of all Windows devices now run Windows 11, while only 42% remain on Windows 10. Steam statistics reveal an even greater adoption among gamers, with nearly 60% having migrated to Windows 11, compared to just one-third still using Windows 10.