Microsoft ESU on Azure pricing changes from April 1, 2026
05-05-2026 16:57When Microsoft Windows Server, SQL Server, or a Windows desktop operating system reaches the end of extended support, Microsoft offers Extended Security Updates (ESU). ESU allows customers to continue receiving security updates for an additional fee. Until recently, ESU was provided free of charge for workloads running on Microsoft Azure. That has now changed. Read the KB article for all details >>>