About this tag
The ESU signup tag covers discussions about enrolling in Microsoft's Extended Security Updates program for Windows 10. Users report needing to switch from a local admin account to a Microsoft account to access the signup option after installing the latest patches. The process involves logging in with a Microsoft account, completing the ESU enrollment, and then reverting to the local account. This tag is relevant for those seeking guidance on how to navigate the ESU signup procedure, including account switching and post-update steps.
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Need Help Accessing ESU Option
I just finished updating my Windows 10 laptop to with August 2025 patches. After rebooting I didn't see any option to sign up for ESU but then I read that instead of being logged in with my local admin account I needed to temporarily be logged in with my Microsoft account instead. The...- Moondoggy
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- account management activation admin account august 2025 esu esu signup extended security updates local account logon process microsoft account microsoft sign-in password security updates sign in tech support windows 10 windows forum windows troubleshooting windows update
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