If you still run a device with the Home or Pro editions of Windows 11, version 23H2, then you may want to consider upgrading it to a newer version of Windows 11. Microsoft published a reminder that the particular version of the operating system is reaching end of life in November 2025 for consumer devices.
The details:
- Affects Windows 11, version 23H2 Home and Pro editions.
- Support ends after November 11, 2025.
Microsoft writes on its website:
Windows 11 Home and Pro, version 23H2 will reach the end of updates on November 11, 2025. This version was released in October of 2023.
This edition will no longer receive security updates after November 11, 2025. Customers who contact Microsoft Support after this date will be directed to update their device to the latest version of Windows 11 to remain supported.
Microsoft released the operating system in 2023. It is supporting specific consumer versions of its Windows 11 operating system for 24 months. Business customers get an additional 12 months worth of support for specific versions of the operating system.
Tip: use the two keys Windows-key and R to open the runbox. Type winver and hit the Enter-key. This displays the version that is installed on a device currently.
The solution
Most home devices should support Windows 11, version 24H2 or this month’s Windows 11, version 25H2. Both upgrades won’t install too quickly, unlike the upgrade from 24H2 to 25H2. Expect multiple reboots during the upgrade process.
Should you upgrade to 24H2 or 25H2? New Windows versions are better to be avoided in the first months after release. While 25H2 is a smallish release, it should not be a problem to upgrade to Windows 11, version 24H2 first. The upgrade to 25H2 should not take long once you feel ready to install it.
Most devices should upgrade fine via Windows Update in the Settings app. Just open it, maybe hit the check for updates button, and you should see a new version offered to you.
This may not be the case if you bypassed system requirement checks during installation of Windows 11, or if a safeguard hold is in place. You can check out my guide on upgrading Windows 11 on systems that do not meet all requirements.
Downloaded 25H2 .iso from MS this afternoon, mounted and installed within 30. No issues as of now. I think Patch Tuesday has some updates, already, for the version. Great OS; I’m surprised I read and hear so many negative comments!