Windows 365

Windows 365 is the world’s first Cloud PC. Windows 365 securely streams your personalized Windows desktop, apps, settings, and content from the cloud to any device.

About Windows 365

Windows 365 combines the power and security of the cloud with the versatility and simplicity of the PC. From contractors and interns to software developers and industrial designers, Windows 365 enables a variety of new scenarios for the new world of work.

Windows 365 is the world’s first Cloud PC. A Cloud PC provides customers a virtualized computing experience where you can stream your Windows experience from the Microsoft cloud to any device.

Hybrid personalized computing. With a cloud PC, Windows evolves from a device-based operating system (OS) to hybrid personalized computing. Hybrid in the context of the Cloud PC refers to the Windows client operating system. With Windows 365, Windows becomes a “hybrid” local OS and cloud OS. Organizations can choose whether a PC, with its locally installed operating system, or a Cloud PC, with its cloud-based operating system, is the best fit for a given user or role in the organization.

Windows 365 is for organizations of all sizes. Both Windows 365 Business and Enterprise provide secure and agile hybrid work solutions for elastic workforces, distributed employees or specialized workloads with versatile compute and storage capabilities, accessible on any device.

Windows 365 Business

Whether you’re a business of hundreds or a business of one, give your team a Windows experience delivered from the cloud. Windows 365 Business securely streams your desktop, apps, settings, and content from the Microsoft cloud to your users’ devices to provide a personalized Windows experience flexible for people, scalable for business, and powerful for innovation.

Windows 365 Enterprise

Windows 365 Enterprise securely streams your desktop, apps, settings, and content from the Microsoft cloud to your devices to provide a personalized Windows experience, with simplified IT administration across the whole end-user computing lifecycle. Hybrid Windows for a hybrid world.

How to Buy

Windows 365 is available through three plans. Each plan is available as Windows 365 Enterprise or Windows 365 Business edition.

Windows 365 Enterprise and Business edition plans:

• Basic: Run light productivity tools and web browsers.
• Standard: Run a full range of productivity tools and line-of-business apps.
• Premium: Run high-performance workloads and heavier data processing.

For additional plan specifications and pricing, click here.

FAQ

• What is Windows 365?

  Windows 365 is the world’s first Cloud PC. Windows 365 securely streams your personalized Windows desktop, apps, settings, and content from the cloud to any device.

• Who is Windows 365 for?

  Windows 365 is for organizations of all sizes that need secure and agile hybrid work solutions for elastic workforces, distributed employees or specialized workloads with versatile compute and storage capabilities, accessible on any device.

• How is Windows 365 licensed?

  Windows 365 offers two editions: Windows 365 Enterprise and Windows 365 Business. They each include a complete cloud-based offering with multiple Cloud PC configurations based on performance needs. Customers can purchase Windows 365 as a separate license per user for a fixed monthly fee to access and use the Cloud PC(s). Additional costs may apply based on network usage. Learn more.

• Can multiple users share one Cloud PC on Windows 365?

  Windows 365 is the world’s first Cloud PC. Windows 365 securely streams your personalized Windows desktop, apps, settings, and content from the cloud to any device.

• Can I cancel my Windows 365 subscription?

  Your Windows 365 subscription can be cancelled at any time by going to the Microsoft 365 admin center. When a subscription is canceled, all associated data will be deleted. Learn more about data retention, deletion, and destruction.

• Can I upgrade or downgrade to another Windows 365 plan?

  Windows 365 Enterprise includes a Resize feature that makes it easy to upgrade RAM, CPU, and storage size to meet users’ needs, such as users who require a more powerful Cloud PC to run CPU-intensive apps or users who need more disk space for file storage. Downgrade options are not available currently. Learn more about resizing.

• Who qualifies for Windows Hybrid Benefit?

  Windows Hybrid Benefit is a licensing benefit that helps reduce the cost of Windows 365 Business. With Windows Hybrid Benefit, you receive a discount of up to 16 percent on your Windows 365 Business subscription if you already use Windows 10 Pro on a device. Savings vary by Windows 365 Cloud PC configuration and region.

• What devices does Windows 365 work on?

  Most modern devices with an internet connection will work with Windows 365 including devices supported by Windows 10 and, when available, Windows 11, as well as Mac OS / iOS / Android. Certain features may require specific hardware.

• What are the minimum hardware requirements for Windows 365?

  Windows 365 only requires a device that includes the HTML5 browser, and a DSL connection, or a wireless internet connection capable of streaming a video. How much bandwidth you need will depend on the workload.

• Will my apps work on Windows 365?

  Yes, Microsoft is committed to ensuring your apps work on the latest versions of our software, and Windows 365 was built with compatibility in mind. Apps that worked on Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10 also work on Windows 365. If you experience issues with your apps, Microsoft will help you fix them at no cost with an eligible subscription.