Microsoft announces 20% discount on Windows 365, but there's a catch

As you all know, Microsoft is phasing out Windows 10. The company will end support for Windows 10, starting October 14, 2025. So, you won’t be getting any free software updates from Windows Update, security patches, or tech support. But Microsoft’s doing its bit to keep you covered by offering a discount on Windows 365 plans. 

While Microsoft is trying hard to sell its Copilot + PCs to Windows 10 users, you should know that if your PC meets Windows 11 system requirements, you can upgrade to it for free. However, there could be some businesses that might need some time to transition to Windows 11. Microsoft knows this and is letting enterprises buy some extra time, but at a minimal cost. 

The company is offering a one-year Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for $30 per PC. This ensures critical and important security updates keep flowing even after Windows 10’s end-of-life. If you want to skip the new hardware, then there’s a Windows 365 discount deal for you.

Microsoft offers a discount on Windows 365 plans for those not yet ready to transition to Windows 11

Microsoft wants you to check out Windows 365 Cloud PC, which delivers a full Windows 11 experience to any device. No need for a shiny new laptop. To make it tempting, Microsoft is slashing 20% off all Windows 365 plans for new customers until October 31, 2025.

As a bonus, Windows 365 users get those ESU security updates for free, so your Windows 10 PCs stay protected while connecting to a Windows 365 Cloud PC. The Windows 365 deal has some terms and conditions, though. It’s for non-subscribers only, valid from May 1 to October 31, 2025.

The discount applies for either your first year or the rest of your Enterprise Agreement, whichever is shorter. Transactions must wrap by 11:00 p.m. PT on October 31, 2025, via Microsoft’s operations center. It’s non-transferable and can’t stack with other Windows 365 offers. If you are looking for Windows 365 plans, check them here.