The introduction of Windows 11 by Microsoft has sparked significant debate, primarily revolving around its minimum system requirements. At the center of this argument is a crucial stipulation: the necessity for TPM 2.0. This Trusted Platform Module is designed to secure systems against various threats, including malware and ransomware. For personal computers lacking TPM 2.0, the official upgrade path to Windows 11 is barred—unless a previously available workaround is employed.

Recent observations indicate that Microsoft is shifting its stance on this workaround. An update captured by Neowin reveals that the company has quietly revised its support page to eliminate references to the registry bypass. The Wayback Machine demonstrates how the support pages previously detailed a method involving the addition of a registry key called AllowUpgradesWithUnsupportedTPMOrCPU for those wishing to bypass the TPM restrictions on non-compliant devices. This information has since been removed.

The removal of the registry workaround signifies that Microsoft no longer endorses any official procedures for upgrading to Windows 11 on machines labeled as ‘unsupported.’ This change arrives in anticipation of the upcoming end-of-life for Windows 10, set for October 14, 2025, after which users will face costs associated with annual security update subscriptions—an increasingly burdensome expense as time progresses.

While various methods to bypass the TPM requirement are still circulating, their future viability remains uncertain. Microsoft has cautioned against attempting to upgrade unsupported systems, warning that such actions could void warranties and deny users critical updates. However, for those unable to upgrade just yet, there’s still the possibility to transform their Windows 10 experience to resemble Windows 11.