It's been more than a year since Microsoft support for Windows 7 officially ended back in January 2020. The end shouldn't have come as a surprise to Windows users: Microsoft promised 10 years of product support for Windows 7 when it was released in October 2009, before shifting focus to supporting newer technologies.

What will happen when Windows 7 support ends?

What happens if I continue to use Windows 7? You can continue to use Windows 7, but your PC will become more vulnerable to security risks. Windows will operate, but you will no longer receive security and quality updates. Microsoft will no longer provide technical support for any issues.

Can I still use Windows 7 after 2020?

Yes, you can continue using Windows 7 after January 14, 2020. ... However, you should upgrade to Windows 10 before January 14, 2020, because Microsoft will be discontinuing all technical support, software updates, security updates, and any other fixes after that date.