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The build certificates tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about Microsoft's flight signing certificates used for Windows 11 Insider Preview builds. Recent content highlights a deadline for Insiders to update to a build carrying a renewed certificate by August 11, 2026, to continue receiving preview builds. The tag focuses on certificate expiration, Windows Update behavior, and the steps users take, such as checking winver and installing the latest offered update. It reflects Microsoft's planned certificate maintenance and its impact on Insider channels, making it relevant for users tracking build validity and update requirements.
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    Windows 11 Insiders: Update by August 11 to Keep Preview Builds — Megathread

    Windows 11 Insider PCs running older Experimental or Beta builds have until August 11, 2026 to install a build carrying Microsoft’s renewed flight certificate, or Windows Update will stop offering them new Insider Preview builds. The immediate action is simple: check winver, compare the OS build...
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