Ethan Brooks
How to Stop Windows 10 End of Service Notifications
If you’re still using Windows 10, you may have noticed persistent notifications about the upcoming End of Service, which is scheduled for October 14, 2025. These notifications can be annoying and may interrupt your workflow. Fortunately, there are several methods to silence these alerts and regain control over your PC. In this guide, we will outline three effective methods to stop the Windows 10 End of Service notifications, allowing you to use your system without interruptions.
Before we begin, please ensure that you have administrative rights on your Windows 10 machine, as most of the methods involve changes to system settings or the Windows Registry. Additionally, back up any important data to prevent potential issues.
Step 1: Modify the Windows Registry
One of the most effective ways to stop the End of Service notifications is by modifying the Windows Registry. Follow these steps carefully:
- Press Win + R to open the Run dialog box.
- Type
regeditand press Enter to launch the Registry Editor. - Navigate to the following path:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System - If the Notify key does not exist, you will need to create it manually. Right-click on the System key, select New, and then choose Key to create the Notify key.
- Within the Notify key, create a new DWORD (32-bit) Value named
DiscontinueEOS. - Set its value to
1to disable the notifications. - Close the Registry Editor and restart your PC for the changes to take effect.
Step 2: Disable Scheduled Tasks
Windows uses scheduled tasks to trigger the End of Service notifications. To prevent these tasks from running, follow these steps:
- Press Win + S to open the search bar, type Task Scheduler, and press Enter.
- In the Task Scheduler, navigate to the following path:
Task Scheduler Library > Microsoft > Windows > Setup - Locate the tasks named EOSNotify and GWX.
- Right-click on each task and select Disable to stop the notifications from appearing.
- Restart your system to apply these changes.
Step 3: Use PowerShell to Block Notification Services
If you’re comfortable using PowerShell, you can disable the related notification services directly with a few commands:
- Open PowerShell as an administrator. To do this, right-click the Start button and select Windows PowerShell (Admin).
- Run the following command to disable the EOS notifications:
Get-ScheduledTask -TaskName "EOSNotify*" | Disable-ScheduledTask - To disable the GWX notifications, run this command:
Get-ScheduledTask -TaskName "GWX*" | Disable-ScheduledTask
After executing these commands, the notifications should be effectively blocked.
Extra Tips & Common Issues
While performing these steps, make sure to follow the instructions accurately. Common issues include:
- Not having administrative rights can prevent you from making necessary changes.
- Modifying the registry incorrectly can cause system instability. Always back up the registry before making changes.
- Some scheduled tasks may be re-enabled after system updates; check periodically to ensure notifications remain disabled.
Conclusion
By following the methods outlined in this guide, you should be able to stop the Windows 10 End of Service notifications effectively. It’s recommended to consider upgrading to a newer version of Windows to continue receiving updates and security patches beyond 2025. If you found this guide helpful, feel free to explore other tutorials for optimizing your Windows experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will these methods affect my system’s performance?
No, disabling these notifications will not impact your system’s performance. It simply stops the alerts from appearing.
What if I want to enable notifications again later?
You can reverse the changes by following the same steps and enabling the scheduled tasks or deleting the registry key you created.
Is it safe to modify the registry?
Yes, it is safe as long as you follow the instructions carefully. However, make sure to back up the registry before making any changes.