Learn how to update, upgrade, or reinstall Windows 10 on your PC. Download the media creation tool, check the system requirements, and follow the instructions to get started.
Find out how to upgrade your PC from Windows 7 or 8.1 to Windows 10, and what to expect during and after the upgrade. Learn about the free upgrade offer, syste…
Overview
How do I get Windows 10?
Is the Windows 10 free upgrade offer still available?
Do I still qualify for the free upgrade offer if I've already downloaded Windows 10 to a USB drive, but haven't yet upgraded my device?
Will the media creation tool still be available for customers to download Windows 10 installation media?
How do I reinstall Windows 10 on my PC?
Will Windows 10 work with the assistive technologies on my device?
What do I need to know about buying a new Windows 10 PC?
How long will it take to upgrade my device?
How do I free up space for the upgrade?
An upgrade moves your PC from a previous version of Windows—such as Windows 7 or Windo… An update ensures you have the most recent features and security improvements for your current version of Windows. If you want to update your device and need more info, see Windows Update: FAQ.
If you're looking for info on upgrading to Windows 11, see Upgrade to Windows 11: FAQ. Notes:
Windows 10 is a major release of Microsoft's Windows NT operating system. It is the direct successor to Windows 8.1, which was released nearly two years earlier. It was released to manufacturing on July 15, 2015, and later to retail on July 29, 2015. Windows 10 was made available for download via MSDN and TechNet, as a free upgrade for retail copies of Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 users via the Microsoft Store, and to Windows 7 users via Windows Update. Window…
Learn how to use a USB flash drive or DVD to install, reinstall, or perform a clean installation of Windows 10, 8.1, 7, or 11. Find the software download website, product key, and recovery …
Learn how to use the media creation tool to create an ISO file to install Windows 10 on another PC or as a backup. Follow the steps to select the language, architecture, and edition of …