Understanding This Build Of Windows Will Expire Soon

Overview Windows Expire Message on Windows 10

When we are using our Windows 10 computer, occasionally we might receive the Windows system expire message from our operating system. According to Microsoft, there is a built-on expiration date for all Windows 10 Insider build. Therefore, when we are facing this message, it means that the Windows 10 Insider build is going expire in a few months.

To avoid this message, all you need is to upgrade the Insider build to the latest version manually or let Windows 10 to download and install the latest build automatically.

Easiest Way to Check Windows 10 Build Number and Expire Date

There are multiple ways to check your Windows 10 build number but we will show you the easiest way which is type winver.exe in Windows Start and press Enter. It will display all information and Windows 10 build number on the About Windows dialog. Moreover, About Windows dialog will display the expiry date too if you are using an Insider build.

FAQ Regard Windows Builds Expire

1) Will my Windows 10 activation expire?

No it wouldn’t because the This build of Windows will expire soon message warns Windows users that Windows 10 build will expire but not the activation.

2) Should I download and install new Windows build?

You don’t have to download it manually as automatic update is default, so Windows 10 will download and install the latest build automatically for you.

3) Where or how to check the latest updates on Windows?

Go to your Windows 10 PC and proceed with Settings > Updates & Security > Windows Update. Then click the Check for updates menu to check for any latest Windows 10 build. If there is a new build available, Windows 10 will download and install if automatically for you.

4) What will happen if Windows 10 build is expired?

When a Windows build is expired, users will receive a warning once every day. and Windows 10 will no longer available after two weeks. Then, you will need to download and install fresh Windows 10 Insider ISO image from the official Microsoft.

Therefore, it is wise to upgrade your Windows to the latest Insider build before it expired to prevent any Windows troublesome.