If part of your job is helping your organization transition to Windows 11, consider the limited public preview of Windows Backup for Organizations. You can back up your organization’s Windows 10 or Windows 11 settings and restore them on a Microsoft Entra joined device. This capability helps reduce migration overhead, minimize user disruption, and strengthen device resilience against incidents. Nominate your organization for this preview as you prepare for the upcoming Windows 10 end of support date on October 14, 2025.
When will this happen:
- The limited public preview of Windows Backup for Organizations is available today.
- Windows 10 end of support is coming up on October 14, 2025.
How this will affect your organization:
You can simplify your transition to Windows 11 by backing up settings and restoring them on new or reimaged Windows devices.
What you need to do to prepare:
Check your eligibility to back up settings:
- Microsoft Entra hybrid joined or Microsoft Entra joined devices
- A supported version of Windows 10 or Windows 11
Check your eligibility to restore settings on new or reimaged Windows devices:
- Windows 11 Microsoft Entra joined devices
- An active Microsoft Intune test tenant
- Microsoft Intune service administrator permissions
Additionally, if you’re not a current member of Microsoft Management Customer Connection Program (CCP), please opt in: https://aka.ms/JoinMMCCP.
Nominate your organization for the limited public preview by completing this form.
Additional information: