check before: 2025-10-14
Product:
Microsoft 365 Apps, OneNote, Windows
Platform:
Education, Online, Windows Desktop, World tenant
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Change type:
User impact, Admin impact, Retirement
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Summary:
OneNote for Windows 10 will end support on October 14, 2025, becoming read-only. Users can no longer edit, create, or sync notes. Transition to OneNote on Windows (Microsoft 365) is recommended for continued productivity, security, and features, with migration guides and support available.
Details:
As part of our ongoing investment in a unified and modern OneNote experience, OneNote for Windows 10 will reach end of support on October 14, 2025. After this date, the app will enter read-only mode. Users will still be able to view their notes, but editing, creating, or syncing content will no longer be supported.
We recommend transitioning to OneNote on Windows (OneNote for Microsoft 365) to ensure continued productivity, security, and access to the latest features.
When this will happen
Support for OneNote for Windows 10 ends on October 14, 2025. After this date, the app will become read-only.
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Created:
2025-08-22
updated:
2025-08-22
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
End of Support for OneNote for Windows 10
After October 14, 2025, OneNote for Windows 10 will become read-only, preventing users from editing, creating, or syncing notes, which can disrupt workflows and productivity.
- roles: End Users, IT Administrators
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365-apps/deploy/edu-it-admins-migration-guide?source=recommendations, https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365-apps/deploy/onenote-for-windows-10-migration-guide, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/Microsoft365InsiderBlog/onenote-for-windows-10-support-is-ending/4445230
Loss of Collaboration Features
Users will lose the ability to collaborate in real-time on notes, which can hinder team productivity and communication.
- roles: End Users, Project Managers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365-apps/deploy/edu-it-admins-migration-guide?source=recommendations, https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365-apps/deploy/onenote-for-windows-10-migration-guide, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/Microsoft365InsiderBlog/onenote-for-windows-10-support-is-ending/4445230
Impact on Retention Policies
Retention policies and deletion workflows may be affected if users depend on OneNote for Windows 10, requiring admins to validate settings in the new version.
- roles: Compliance Officers, IT Administrators
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365-apps/deploy/edu-it-admins-migration-guide?source=recommendations, https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365-apps/deploy/onenote-for-windows-10-migration-guide, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/Microsoft365InsiderBlog/onenote-for-windows-10-support-is-ending/4445230
Increased IT Support Overhead
Transitioning users to OneNote on Windows (Microsoft 365) without preparation may lead to increased IT support requests due to user confusion and issues during migration.
- roles: IT Support Staff, End Users
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365-apps/deploy/edu-it-admins-migration-guide?source=recommendations, https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365-apps/deploy/onenote-for-windows-10-migration-guide, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/Microsoft365InsiderBlog/onenote-for-windows-10-support-is-ending/4445230
User Experience Degradation
Users may experience frustration and decreased productivity due to the sudden inability to edit or sync notes, impacting their overall experience with the tool.
- roles: End Users, Team Leaders
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365-apps/deploy/edu-it-admins-migration-guide?source=recommendations, https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365-apps/deploy/onenote-for-windows-10-migration-guide, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/Microsoft365InsiderBlog/onenote-for-windows-10-support-is-ending/4445230
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explanation for non-techies**
Imagine you have a favorite notebook that you've been using for years. It's been reliable, and you've filled it with important notes and ideas. However, you've just learned that the company that makes this notebook will stop producing it, and soon, you'll only be able to look at your notes but not add or change anything. This is similar to what's happening with OneNote for Windows 10. After October 14, 2025, it will become read-only, meaning you can still view your notes, but you won't be able to edit, create, or sync them.
To continue working effectively, it's like switching to a new, improved notebook that offers more features and better security. This new notebook is OneNote on Windows, part of Microsoft 365. It's designed to enhance your productivity and collaboration with modern tools and features. Just like transferring your notes to a new notebook, you'll need to migrate your data to OneNote on Windows to keep working seamlessly.
The transition might seem daunting, but think of it as moving to a new office with better facilities. You'll have guides and support to help you make the move smoothly. It's important to start this process early to ensure everything is in place before the old notebook becomes just a reference tool.
For organizations, this change reduces the need for IT support and aligns with the latest innovations from Microsoft 365. It's a step towards a more efficient and secure work environment. Just like updating your office equipment to the latest technology, transitioning to OneNote on Windows ensures you're equipped with the best tools for the future.
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