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April 21, 2026 - For more information, see Understand volume licensing roles. ... If you purchased ESU licenses, you need to activate them on each Windows 10 device by using a Multiple Activation Key (MAK) that you get from the Microsoft 365 admin center.
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October 14, 2025 - #Enter your ESU Key $ESU_KEY = "XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX" #Install ESU key cscript.exe /nologo "$env:SystemRoot\system32\slmgr.vbs" /ipk $ESU_KEY · Leave all the other options the same and assign to your group which contain all the Windows 10 devices which you want to active the ESU on.
You don't need to use cmd or anything to get ESU. Just scroll down on this (official Microsoft) page (make sure you select the Windows 10 tab first) until you find "Keep your device secure". The "link" that says get extended security updates opens the ESU enrollment thingy.
Shortcut to the said link, you can paste this into a Run window: ms-settings:windowsupdate-esu?OCID=WEB_EOS_CY25_ESU&source=WEB More on reddit.com
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October 17, 2025Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) Activation
Hi, my organization has a small cluster of industrial PC controllers running Windows 10 that cannot be upgraded due to legacy hardware constraints. As Windows 10 has passed its end-of-support date, how do we use cloud management tools to push, register,… More on learn.microsoft.com
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2 weeks agoVerify that Windows 10 ESU license is truly activated.
I purchased a commercial license for Windows 10 ESU and installed it on Windows 10 Pro machine, it looks to have activated but when I go to check for updates it still says Windows has reached the end of support, how would I know and/or check that it is… More on learn.microsoft.com
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November 6, 2025How to activate a Windows 10 ESU program purchased from Microsoft Store and installed on computer
I was not able to enroll my laptop computer for Windows 10 ESU. So, I purchased the Consumer Windows 10 ESU program from the Microsoft store, and the program was downloaded and successfully installed. I can see it in Settings under apps. My device is… More on learn.microsoft.com
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Enable Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) for clients accessing cloud and virtual machines | Microsoft Learn
November 21, 2025 - Activation can be managed with the Volume Activation Management Tool or with a script. When configuring Windows 10 ESU in nonpersistent VDI configuration, it's important to follow the following steps otherwise you'll consume activations on the Windows 10 ESU key:
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December 23, 2025 - To confirm ESU enrollment for Windows 365 Enterprise users: Go to Microsoft 365 admin center → Billing → Licenses. Select Windows 365 Enterprise → Assign licenses. Confirm the user has the Windows 10 ESU Commercial license.
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reddit.com › r/windows10 › you don't need to use cmd or anything to get esu. just scroll down on this (official microsoft) page (make sure you select the windows 10 tab first) until you find "keep your device secure". the "link" that says get extended security updates opens the esu enrollment thingy.
r/Windows10 on Reddit: You don't need to use cmd or anything to get ESU. Just scroll down on this (official Microsoft) page (make sure you select the Windows 10 tab first) until you find "Keep your device secure". The "link" that says get extended security updates opens the ESU enrollment thingy.
October 17, 2025 - Clicking the link on the microsoft page for extended support opens a window saying: "ESU registration coming soon - Registration for Windows 10 Extended Security Updates is currently not available in your region."
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Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) Activation - Microsoft Q&A
2 weeks ago - The process usually involves importing the ESU volume license keys into your tenant, then using a PowerShell script deployment or Endpoint security policy to register and activate them on each device.
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Install and activate Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) Multiple Activation Key (MAK) – 4sysops
November 10, 2025 - Organizations using Windows 365 ... are automatically entitled to Windows 10 ESUs at no additional cost and do not require license activation....
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November 19, 2025 - To change our Windows 10 licensing method, we’ll use a PowerShell script. Edit to include your specific ESU MAK and select the number of years. # Replace with your actual ESU product key $ESU_MAK = "XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX" $ESU_Year = 1 # Set to 1, 2, or 3 # ESU Activation IDs $ActivationIDs = @{ 1 = "f520e45e-7413-4a34-a497-d2765967d094" 2 = "1043add5-23b1-4afb-9a0f-64343c8f3f8d" 3 = "83d49986-add3-41d7-ba33-87c7bfb5c0fb" } $ActivationID = $ActivationIDs[$ESU_Year] Write-Output "Installing ESU MAK key..." cscript.exe $env:windir\system32\slmgr.vbs /ipk $ESU_MAK Write-Output "Activating ESU MAK key for Year $ESU_Year..." cscript.exe $env:windir\system32\slmgr.vbs /ato $ActivationID
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October 14, 2025 - Option 1: Apply the Windows 10 ESU MAK key manually on each device. ... Replace <Your_ESU_MAK_Key> with the key you received. ... This will activate the ESU license on the device.
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Windows 10 ESU Activation Guide for Enterprises After End of Support | Windows Forum
November 5, 2025 - Devices must be running Windows 10, version 22H2 (commercial ESU applies to supported SKUs on the 22H2 baseline). The minimum update level for MAK-based ESU activation is the October 2025 servicing baseline (for KB5066791 or later) that sets the SSU/LCU baseline to build numbers 19044.6456 / 19045.6456.
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A Practical Guide to Windows 10 ESU Enrollment – TrustedTech
January 19, 2026 - Repeat for Additional Devices (if applicable): If you have up to 10 devices using the same Microsoft account, you can go to each and simply sign in with that same account, go to Windows Update, and click “Add device” under the ESU enrollment banner. This will activate ESU on those as well using the existing license (no extra cost if within the 10-device limit).
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Thanks for posting in Microsoft Community, Ozzie.
First, to verify that your Windows 10 ESU license is truly activated, open an elevated Command Prompt and run slmgr.vbs /dlv. This will display detailed license information; look for a line showing the ESU key status as “Licensed.” Second, if it’s not activated, you can activate it using slmgr.vbs /ato or through VAMT or phone activation. Third, ensure your device meets ESU prerequisites: Windows 10 version 22H2 with the latest servicing stack and cumulative updates (KB5066791 or later) installed, and that it has internet access to Microsoft activation endpoints. Fourth, if you still see the “Windows has reached the end of support” message, don’t worry Microsoft confirmed this is a cosmetic bug. Devices with an active ESU license will continue to receive security updates. The message will clear after a server-side fix or by applying the Known Issue Rollback (KIR) policy. Last, you can confirm updates are working by checking Windows Update history for recent ESU security patches.
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To verify that your Windows 10 ESU license is truly activated, you can follow these steps:
- Open an elevated Command Prompt: Right-click on the Start button and select "Command Prompt (Admin)" or "Windows PowerShell (Admin)".
- Run the following command:
- For Windows 10, use:
slmgr /dlv - This command will display the license information, including whether the ESU key is licensed.
- For Windows 10, use:
- Check the output: Look for a line that indicates the ESU key is licensed. If it shows that the key is not licensed or if there are issues, you may need to activate the key.
- Activation: If the key is not activated, you can activate it using:
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slmgr /atocommand in the elevated Command Prompt. - Alternatively, you can use VAMT online or proxy activation, or phone activation.
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If you have confirmed that the ESU license is activated but still see the "end of support" message, it may be due to an incorrect display of the message, which can happen for devices that are correctly enrolled in the ESU program. In such cases, ensure that your device is connected to the internet to receive any necessary updates that might correct this issue.
References:
- Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for Windows 10
- Troubleshoot issues in ESU
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Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for Windows 10 | Microsoft Learn
General support won't be provided for Windows versions past the end of support date. The Windows 10 ESU only includes support for the license activation, installation, and possible regressions of the ESU itself.
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How to activate a Windows 10 ESU program purchased from Microsoft Store and installed on computer - Microsoft Q&A
October 21, 2025 - Open Command Prompt as administrator, enter slmgr /ipk <your-ESU-product-key> to install the key, then slmgr /ato to activate it. You can confirm the activation with slmgr /dlv. Once activated, Windows Update will deliver the extended security ...
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How to Get Windows 10 Extended Security Updates After End-Of-Life | Windows OS Hub
September 30, 2025 - Once the update KB5063709 has been installed, the Enroll now button will appear under the Settings -> Windows Update. This enables you to register and activate your computer for the ESU program.
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Windows 10 ESU Activation Guide for Enterprises: MAK Deployment and 365 Entitlements | Windows Forum
November 5, 2025 - Commercial ESU requires activation with a MAK (5x5 key) and administrative control to install it on devices. Treat both as temporary: ESU covers security updates only and intentionally excludes feature updates and broad support.
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Preparing commercial Windows 10 devices for ESUs - Windows IT Pro Blog
November 17, 2025 - Install the ESU Licensing Preparation Package for Windows 10 (KB5072653). (Note: the device will automatically reboot to complete installation.) Devices must be able to reach Microsoft activation endpoints:
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r/Windows10 on Reddit: Windows 10 Consumer Extended Security Updates (ESU) program
August 18, 2025 -
My laptop is running Windows 10 Pro 22H2. I want to enroll in the consumer ESU program to continue getting security updates after the October 14th EOL deadline. According to the info on Microsoft's ESU website https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-10-consumer-extended-security-updates-esu-program-33e17de9-36b3-43bb-874d-6c53d2e4bf42 I should be eligible but I haven't received any notification to enroll.
Anybody have experience with this? How can I enroll or is it something that Microsoft is pushing out in phases?
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Still waiting…..
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You can force the "Enroll now" ESU dialogue: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/5512112/my-windows-10-esu-enrollment-message-disappeared-h?page=1 But it will not help you if you are in a region where ESU is still not available. Just wait, dont panic, it will come :)
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How do I activate W10 ESU on Windows Enterprise Edition? - Microsoft Q&A
December 1, 2025 - Reinstall or convert the device to Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC, which fully supports ESU activation.
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