I heard you can extend windows 10 till Oct. 2026 How?

Yes, home users can extend Windows 10 support until October 2026 through the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for about $30, but only for one year.

After that, you'll need to upgrade to Windows 11 for continued support.

It may be easier to find out about the offer closer to the Oct 2025 date and how to do it. However Windows 10 will still be useable and won't suddenly stop working after 2025 or 2026 if you take the offer to extend the support.

You will need to secure the system yourself (as best you can) using a 3rd party AV and a supported browser rather than Edge.

Copilot answer.

"Extended security updates for individuals and organizations of all sizes

We understand that some of you may require additional time while moving to a new Windows 11 PC or Copilot+ PC. During this period, you may wish to take steps to help secure your existing PC.  As previously announced, we will offer our Extended Security Updates (ESU) program. Enrolled PCs will continue to receive Critical and Important security updates for Windows 10; however, new features, bug fixes and technical support will no longer be available from Microsoft.

• And for the first time ever, we’re introducing an ESU program for personal use as well. The ESU program for consumers will be a one-year option available for $30. Program enrollment will be available closer to the end of support in 2025.
• Learn more about the Commercial ESU option.
• Learn more about the option for our Education customers.
• Microsoft will also continue to provide Security Intelligence Updates for Microsoft Defender Antivirus through at least October 2028. 

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> https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2024/10/31/how-to-prepare-for-windows-10-end-of-support-by-moving-to-windows-11-today/

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> https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/when-to-use-windows-10-extended-security-updates/ba-p/4102628<

> https://www.windowslatest.com/2024/10/31/microsoft-wants-you-to-pay-30-to-keep-using-windows-10-securely-if-you-dont-want-windows-11/

My Windows 10 machine is running 22H2. I have read several articles about extending the critical updates through the ESU Program but I am confused as there is NO link to click to sign up and pay for this service. Please, what am I missing? Thank you.