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Can I revert or go back to windows 10 from windows 11?
If you upgraded to Windows 11 within the past 10 days, Windows keeps a backup of your previous Windows 10 installation in a folder called Windows.old. This allows you to roll back to Windows 10 without losing your personal files, apps, or settings although some apps may still need to be reinstalled or reconfigured.
How to Roll Back to Windows 10 from Windows 11 within 10 Days
1. Click Start and go to Settings (or press Windows + I)
2. Navigate to: System > Recovery
3. Under Recovery options, look for Go back. (If it's available, you'll see a button that says "Go back".)
4. Click 'Go back', choose a reason, and follow the on-screen instructions to revert back to Windows 10 from Windows 11.
Important Notes:
If you delete the Windows.old folder or use Disk Cleanup, this option will disappear.
After 10 days, the system automatically removes the rollback option to free up space.
Your files will stay, but it's still recommended to back up important data before downgrading, just in case.