How to Upgrade Windows 10 to Windows 11 for Free

If you have been reading tech news regularly, you might know that the Windows 11 desktop operating system had already been leaked. The leak was first spotted on a Chinese website, and it confirmed some major changes.

Microsoft had just announced Windows 11 today, and it introduced some big features. Microsoft’s new desktop operating system introduced many UI Changes, new wallpapers, a new start menu, and more.

A lot of the visual elements of Windows 11 have been taken from Windows 10X. Now that Microsoft has announced Windows 11, users are waiting to download the new operating system on their computer.

3 Methods to Upgrade Windows 10 to Windows 11

So, if you also want to download & install Windows 11 on your computer, you are reading the right article. In this guide, we will discuss few best methods to upgrade existing Windows 10 into Windows 11. 

Important: Since Windows 11 had just been announced, currently, there’s no sure-proof method to upgrade to Windows 11. We have only shared the possible methods that might help you upgrade your computer to Windows 11 after it’s been fully released.

1. Using Windows Update

First, and the best option to upgrade to Windows 11 is by using the Windows Update. You might not need to download any third-party app or Windows updater to upgrade your Windows 10 to Windows 11. Follow some of the simple steps given below to upgrade Windows 10 to Windows 11.

• Step 1. First of all, click on the Start button and select ‘Settings.’
• Step 2. On the Settings, click on the ‘Update & Security option
• Step 3. On the Update & Security page, click on the ‘Check for update’ option.
• Step 4. If Windows 11 is compatible with your PC’s hardware, it will show up in the Download updates section

That’s it! You are done. This would download Windows 11 and would automatically install it on your device.

2. Using Media Creation Tool

The next best option to upgrade to Windows 11 is by using the Media Creation Tool. Since Microsoft had just introduced Windows 11, the media creation tool for Windows 11 is not yet available. However, the company will most probably launch the media creation tool for Windows 11 in few days.

After getting the Windows 11 Media Creation Tool, you need to implement some of the simple steps below

• Step 1. First of all, visit this webpage and download the Windows Media Creation tool for Windows 11.
• Step 2. Once downloaded, run the Media Creation Tool on your system.
• Step 3. On the first page, select the option ‘Upgrade this PC Now.’
• Step 4. Now, wait until the Media Creation tool scans for available upgrades. If Windows 11 is available and fully compatible with your PC, you will get the option to download & install Windows 11

That’s it! You are done. This is how you can use the Media Creation tool to upgrade Windows 10 PC to Windows 11.

3. How to Upgrade to Windows 11 (via ISO File)

This method requires manual installation; hence this one would be complicated. In this method, you would need to download the Windows 11 ISO files first to install them on your desktop computer or laptop.

You can grab the Windows 11 ISO files from Microsoft’s official website once it’s released. After downloading the ISO files, you need to flash the ISO image file on a USB drive or DVD.

However, please note that this would erase all your data saved on your system. So, make sure to backup your most important files before your format your PC. Once done, you need to follow the step-by-step guide shared on How to Download & Install Windows 11.

Important: We don’t encourage Software Piracy. Pirated version of Windows 11 will have security & stability issues. So, it’s always recommended to buy the original Windows 11 ISO file from the Microsoft website.