Windows 11 version 26H1 End of Servicing on March 14, 2028
What to know about Windows 11 version 26H1
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Current status as of February 10, 2025
Windows 11, version 26H1 is a hardware-optimized release designed to enable next-generation silicon developed in partnership with device manufacturers and silicon partners. This release will be available exclusively as a preinstalled experience on select new devices beginning in early 2026, with capabilities tailored specifically for those platforms.
Windows 11, version 26H1 is not intended as a feature update for existing devices and will not be offered through Windows Update. Devices running Windows 11, versions 25H2 and 24H2 will continue receiving monthly security and quality updates, as well as new features, and remain supported according to servicing timelines and Microsoft lifecycle policies.
For IT admins, Windows 11, versions 25H2 and 24H2 remain the recommended releases for enterprise deployment. While Windows 11, version 26H1 is not intended for broad deployment across existing Windows 11 environments, organizations evaluating new hardware platforms may adopt it selectively without affecting their broader environment. For more information, see What to know about Windows 11, version 26H1. For servicing and lifecycle information, see Windows 11 release information, Windows Lifecycle FAQ, and Microsoft Lifecycle Policy search tool.
Windows 11, version 26H1 known issues and notifications
Summary | Originating update | Status | Last updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| GIF functionality in the Windows Emoji Panel might become unavailable This issue occurs because the previous GIF provider (Tenor) retired its service on June 30, 2026. | N/A | Resolved KB5095091 | 2026-06-30 10:55 PT |
| Deleting a file from the Recycle Bin displays an internal filename in the dialog This issue only occurs within the confirmation dialog after installing the June Windows security update. | OS Build 28000.2269 KB5095051 2026-06-09 | Resolved KB5095091 | 2026-06-23 10:07 PT |
Resolved issues in Windows 11, version 26H1
| Summary | Originating update | Status | Date resolved |
|---|---|---|---|
| GIF functionality in the Windows Emoji Panel might become unavailable This issue occurs because the previous GIF provider (Tenor) retired its service on June 30, 2026. | N/A | Resolved KB5095091 | 2026-06-30 10:24 PT |
| Deleting a file from the Recycle Bin displays an internal filename in the dialog This issue only occurs within the confirmation dialog after installing the June Windows security update. | OS Build 28000.2269 KB5095051 2026-06-09 | Resolved KB5095091 | 2026-06-23 09:43 PT |
