Update Windows

In Windows 11, you decide when and how to get the latest updates to keep your device running smoothly and securely. To manage your options and see available updates, select Check for Windows updates. Or select Start  > Settings  > Windows Update .

Here's some other info you might be looking for:

If you get an error when trying to update, see Fix Windows Update issues.

If you're trying to activate Windows 11, see Activate Windows for more info.

If you're having trouble installing updates, see Troubleshoot problems updating Windows.

For answers to frequently asked questions, see Windows Update: FAQ.

To get the latest major update of Windows 11, see Get the latest Windows update.

Check for Windows updates

In Windows 10, you decide when and how to get the latest updates to keep your device running smoothly and securely. To manage your options and see available updates, select Check for Windows updates. Or select the Start  button, and then go to Settings  > Update & Security  > Windows Update .

Here's some other info you might be looking for:

If you get an error when trying to update, see Fix Windows Update issues.

If you're trying to activate Windows 10, see Activate Windows for more info.

If you're having trouble installing updates, see Troubleshoot problems updating Windows.

For answers to frequently asked questions, see Windows Update: FAQ.

To get the latest major update of Windows 10, see Get the latest Windows update.

Check for Windows updates