UMVA has learned that Microsoft has quietly initiated a widespread rollout of Windows 11 25H2 to all compatible PCs running Windows 11 Home or Pro, marking a significant shift in the company's upgrade strategy.
The upgrade, previously optional and requiring user consent, is now being automatically deployed to computers running Windows 11 24H2, as well as older versions of Windows 11, effectively bringing all home user PCs up to date.
Sources have confirmed to UMVA that the mandatory upgrade to 25H2 is being rolled out to all Windows 11 PCs not managed by IT departments, ensuring that home users, including those still running 23H2, will receive the update, regardless of their preference.
This move appears to be linked to the upcoming release of Windows 11 26H2, which is expected later this year, with both 26H2 and 25H2 sharing the same code base, allowing for a seamless transition.
The upgrade to 25H2 is expected to take just a few minutes, requiring only a single restart, and will extend the PC's support period, ensuring the Windows 11 system continues to receive updates for another 12 months.
Users who have not yet received the upgrade can manually search for and install it in Windows Settings under Windows Update, taking control of the process if they choose to do so.
