Can I Roll Back to Windows 10 from Windows 11?
Yes, you can – using the same System Recovery options menu that has been a part of Windows for years. The catch is that you’ll only be able to roll back to Windows 10 within the first 10 days after installing the upgrade. If you decide to roll back within this 10-day period, you can retain all the files and data you originally migrated from Windows 10, essentially serving as a grace period. Note: After the 10-day period, Microsoft will purge the old OS files, making it impossible to conduct a hassle-free rollback to Windows 10.
How to Roll Back (Uninstall) Windows 11
If you’re within the 10-day grace period, Microsoft has greatly simplified the process of reverting to Windows 10. If you’ve had enough of Windows 11 and want to return to the familiarity of Windows 10, follow these steps to roll back using the Recovery menu: Once completed, your computer will boot directly into the familiar Windows 10 interface. However, to prevent Windows 11 from being reinstalled automatically, navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Insider Program and turn off the option for Stop getting preview builds.
I’m Past the 10 days, Can I still Roll Back to Windows 10?
If more than 10 days have passed since you upgraded to Windows 11, the easy rollback option will no longer be available. Nevertheless, it’s still possible to revert to Windows 10 by performing a clean installation—just ensure you back up your data beforehand. Once you have your data secured, proceed to clean install Windows 10 by following the provided instructions. Note: The license key that you used for Windows 11 should also work to reactivate Windows 10 once the installation is complete, although this can be dependent on the type of license and how it was obtained.
