While a post on Microsoft's Tech Community blog indicates that the free upgrade path from Windows 10 to 11 is only for a limited time, Microsoft says that's a mistake.

Microsoft says the Free Upgrade to Windows 11 is for a Limited Time only. You can still upgrade Windows 10 to Windows 11 for free now.

Just a few days ago, security researchers warned hundreds of millions of Windows users they’re at risk from a “ dangerous security fiasco .” Microsoft has now confirmed the same, proclaiming 2025 “the year of the Windows 11 PC refresh.” And for 400 million users in particular, that means hitting the stores before it’s too late.

Microsoft is pushing users to upgrade to Windows 11, with Yusuf Mehdi, the company’s executive vice president, calling 2025 “the year of the Windows 11 PC refresh.” He encouraged people to prioritise

As the push toward Windows 11 continues, Microsoft confirms that Windows 10 users will lose support for apps including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Microsoft says an earlier blog post contained inaccurate information about changes to the Windows 11 upgrade path.

Microsoft will end support for Microsoft 365 for Windows 10 this October, so you'll need to buy a new Windows 11 PC.

Microsoft Deletes Blog Post Titled Free Upgrade to Windows 11 (For a Limited Time Only), Clarifies It Remains Unchanged to PCMag.

A blog post claiming that the free upgrade to Windows 11 was for a "limited time only" appears to have been a mistake.