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Windows 10 ESU not activated
Windows 10 support is ending after next year October. However, while I should be eligible for the ESU program it did not kick in on my PC. This despite having KB5063709 installed. Note: I have tw...
hi FritsBlits Ensure the Windows 10 machine is version 22H2, latest updates installed.
Sign in using a Microsoft account (MSA) or sync your PC settings if you aren’t.
Check Settings → Windows Update for a link or tile labeled “Enroll in Extended Security Updates (ESU)”.
If you don’t see it yet: wait a few weeks (rollout may still be happening) or consider enrolment via the paid path if you must.
If the device is domain-joined / enterprise-managed, you may need to follow the commercial ESU path (MAK key installation) instead.
Watch for any registry or subscription checks: some sources report the need for the SoftwareProtectionPlatform\ESU key.