Windows^® 2012 Sunsetting: What You Need to Know

Microsoft has announced that support for Windows^® Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2 will end on October 10, 2023.

After this date, these Microsoft products will no longer receive security updates, non-security updates, bug fixes, technical support, or online technical content updates.

Microsoft is offering three options to customers*:

1. Upgrade to Windows Server 2022

Customers needing to stay on-premises can upgrade to Windows Server 2022.

2. Migrate to Azure

Customers can migrate applications and databases to Azure and receive free Extended Security Updates (ESUs) for three years after the end of the support date. Customers can also use Azure Hybrid Benefit for their Windows Server and SQL Server licenses.

3. Purchase Extended Security Updates (ESUs)

Customers can also purchase ESUs for Windows Server 2012 – providing up to three years of security updates only. ESUs will only continue for three years, until October 13, 2026.
For more information, read the Microsoft announcement or learn more about the option from the Microsoft TechCommunity.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.

*Sources:
Windows Server 2012 and 2012 R2 reaching end of support
Three options to prepare for Windows Server 2012/R2 end of support