Microsoft has announced that Windows 10 will no longer be supported from October 2025. That means no more updates, no more patches, and no more security fixes. If your business still relies on Windows 10, this change could put your data and operations at serious risk.
But there’s good news: with the right backup and disaster recovery strategy, you can protect your business and keep running smoothly — even if your systems are vulnerable.
Why Windows 10 end of support matters
- No security updates - once support ends, any new security vulnerabilities will remain unpatched. Hackers actively target unsupported systems because they know businesses can’t fix them.
- Compliance risks - if you’re in a regulated industry — finance, healthcare, or legal — running unsupported systems could put you in breach of GDPR or sector-specific compliance standards.
- Software compatibility issues - over time, third-party apps and hardware providers will stop supporting Windows 10. That could leave you stuck with broken tools and no fixes.
Why backups are essential for Windows 10 systems
Even if your business plans to upgrade, many organisations will still have Windows 10 machines in use for the next few years. That makes backup and recovery more important than ever:
- Protection against ransomware - with higher security risks, backups act as your safety net. If you’re attacked, you can restore your data without paying the ransom.
- Safeguarding legacy systems - some businesses need to keep older software running on Windows 10. Backups ensure that critical data is safe, even if the machine fails.
- Smooth migration to Windows 11 (or beyond) - upgrading can sometimes go wrong. Having backups guarantees you won’t lose files during the move.
- Business continuity - a failed or compromised Windows 10 system could cause costly downtime. With the right backup solution, you can restore fast and keep operations running.
How Backup Systems can help
We specialise in protecting UK businesses of all sizes with:
- Automated daily backups – secure, reliable, and encrypted.
- Fast disaster recovery – restore whole systems or individual files in minutes.
- Ransomware protection – backups are encrypted and can’t be altered, so your data stays safe and recoverable.
- UK-based support – local expertise when you need it most.
Next steps for your business
- Audit your systems — identify where Windows 10 is still in use.
- Plan your migration to supported platforms.
- Put a backup and recovery solution in place to cover your risks.
Protect your data today. Get in touch to book a free consultation and see how we can safeguard your business from Windows 10 end-of-life risks.
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