Overview

• Standard support for Windows 10 has ended, and the final pre‑ESU update (KB5066791 for version 22H2) is required to surface the ESU enrollment option in Windows Update.
• Free Consumer ESU requires signing in with a Microsoft account that has administrator rights, Windows 10 build 19041+ with feature update 22H2, and periodic re‑authentication.
• Education and Enterprise editions are not eligible for the consumer offer, which targets Home and Pro users.
• A paid ESU is now listed in the Microsoft Store at €31.49 in the EEA and $29.99 in the U.S., matching the free offer’s protections and suiting users who stick to local accounts.
• PC‑WELT reports the Windows Update flow shows a confirmation that the PC is registered for extended security updates, with ESU updates available through October 13, 2026.