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If you don't know what version of Windows 11 you're running, type "winver" into the Windows Search box and hit enter. That window will tell you which version of Windows 11 your PC is running. If it's on version 24H2 or version 25H2, you're safe and fully supported. If it says 23H2, 22H2, or 21H2, you're running on borrowed time. When does Windows 11 version 23H2 support end? Microsoft will end support for consumer editions of Windows 11 version 23H2 on November 11, 2025. After this date, PCs running this version will no longer receive security updates, bug fixes, or new features. Can I upgrade from 23H2 to 25H2 to remain supported? Yes! PCs running Windows 11 version 23H2 are officially supported on the latest version of Windows 11, and are being offered the upgrade to Windows 11 version 25H2 now. What happens if I stay on Windows 11 version 23H2 after support ends? Users who choose to remain on an unsupported version of Windows 11 will no longer receive security updates, bug fixes, or new features. This means your PC will be unsecure against any security vulnerabilities that are discovered in the OS going forward. Your apps and driver should continue to work for the foreseeable future, however. When does Windows 11 version 23H2 support end for commercial editions? Windows 11 version 23H2 is supported until November 10, 2026 on Enterprise and Education editions. Follow Windows Central on Google News to keep our latest news, insights, and features at the top of your feeds! All the latest news, reviews, and guides for Windows and Xbox diehards. Zac Bowden is a Senior Editor at Windows Central and has been with the site since 2016. Bringing you exclusive coverage into the world of Windows, Surface, and hardware. He's also an avid collector of rare Microsoft prototype devices! Keep in touch on Twitter and Threads You must confirm your public display name before commenting Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name. 1 Windows 11 license fee hikes contributing to higher laptop prices, says report 2 Xbox CTO provides explanation on what caused the biggest Xbox outage in recent history 3 Microsoft will let you uninstall its unwanted OneDrive Photos app 4 Notchify oddly adds Dynamic Island‑style UI to Windows 11 5 Is the new $699 Swift Air 14 a better laptop than Dell's refreshed XPS 13?