In this article, we will talk about the General Availability of Windows 11 26H2 which has been expanded to all eligible devices.
Windows 11 26H2 has been released on the 29th of September 2026 and since that date, it has been slowly rolling out to compatible devices.
Microsoft has recently made an announcement and the current status as of October 21, 2026 is that Windows 11 26H2 has reached full availability.
This is the Official Microsoft statement:
Windows 11, version 26H2 has reached general availability. This new version contains all the recently announced features in Windows 11, versions 25H2 and 24H2 and will be delivered using servicing technology, providing a fast installation experience.
The Windows 11, version 26H2 phased rollout has reached full availability for devices running Windows 11, versions 25H2 and 24H2. You can check for the update by going to Settings > Windows Update and selecting Check for Windows updates. If Windows 11, version 26H2 is available for your device, select Download & install. A single restart will complete the process. If you want updates to be installed as soon as they’re available, turn on Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available. For more details, watch this video.
How to Install
To install the New Version, assuming you are eligible for the upgrade, you need to open the Settings App, go to Windows Update, select Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available and then click on Check for updates.
A banner should appear, stating the Windows 11, version 26H2 is available and then you can click on Download & install.
For more information related to Windows 11 26H2, you can check this article from the Microsoft Website.
For a more in-depth tutorial, you can watch the video below from the youtube channel.
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