Wintoys now supports Windows 11 25H2: what's new, downloads, and a guide

If you use Windows 11 and like to keep things sleek, Wintoys is one of those utilities that simplifies what should be simple on Microsoft's system. With its latest update, version 2.4.6.0, the app is now compatible with Windows 11 25H2 and comes with a good handful of improvements that range from thorough cleaning of storage to a much more powerful network troubleshooter.

The Windows 11 25H2 rollout is underway, and customization and optimization tools are catching up to keep up. In that context, wintoys reinforces its proposal: a neat interface, Advanced Options for demanding users and new features that make it an ideal ally whether you've just updated or are preparing to make the jump.

What is Wintoys and why it matters in 25H2

wintoys is part of that ecosystem of MOD for Windows It puts hidden or complicated system settings at your fingertips. Its interface is well integrated with the Windows 11 design, maintains the full-screen welcome experience, and adds a shortcut to create a system restore point in case something goes wrong, which is especially useful when you're tweaking multiple settings.

The application allows uninstall apps that Windows doesn't normally provide, including pre-installed components like the Edge browser itself. It also includes a "Superuser" mode to activate advanced functions such as the God mode and Developer Mode, plus tools to speed up the Boot and overall system performance on computers that have become sluggish over time.

All of this is available in a free free in the Microsoft Store, a plus for those who want to optimize their PC without paying or dealing with dubious installers. The best part is that Wintoys is frequently updated to keep up with the changes Microsoft introduces in its major releases.

What's new in Wintoys 2.4.6.0: 25H2 support and more

Updating to version 2.4.6.0 comes with full support for Windows 11 25H2 and a number of practical improvements that are noticeable in everyday use. For example, the cleaning module now detects cache of pre-release versions of Microsoft Edge, which can accumulate a lot of data if you often tinker with builds, and adds more routes to its scan to find Temporary files that take up space without you realizing it.

In addition, the cleaning function is capable of delete Windows registries where appropriate, and overall performance optimizations have been applied to make analysis and removal faster. Various bugs that sometimes affected the experience have also been fixed, making the tool feel more agile and stable.

An important change is that the classic option of flush DNS has been replaced by a much more comprehensive network troubleshooter. This new section allows you to, among other things, flush the DNS cache, reset the socket catalog (Winsock), restart, or delete the network configuration. HTTP proxy, clear firewall rules and restart network adapters, a battery of key actions when connectivity goes down.

In the startup applications section, Wintoys now integrates elements that previously resided in the "Startup folder execution delay", with which you have a more granular control about what launches when Windows starts and when. This helps balance boot times and process load without sacrificing what you really need right from the start.

The section of DMA (Direct Memory Access) is also getting some love: a FAQ section for Windows LTSC users has been added, and a bug that incorrectly displayed the DMA status in certain scenarios has been fixed. If you manage computers with specific requirements, these tweaks will help prevent confusion and misdiagnosis.

Additional improvements focused on comfort and control

The Wintoys 2.4.6.0 changelog includes less noticeable but very useful improvements. You can now better manage the driver updates, adjust the Num Lock state to your liking, and enjoy clearer messages in File Explorer and the Microsoft Store, making the interface more consistent and easier to understand.

Another interesting novelty is the display of total space occupied through restore points, with warnings when it's time to check or clean. Wintoys also eliminates intrusive notifications when the Windows Update mode It is set to manual, which is great if you prefer to install patches whenever you want.

As for fine adjustments, a minimum window size is defined and options are fine-tuned for better interface scaling, which helps if you're working with 4K monitors or multi-display setups. Improvements have also been made to input fields with bounce to validate data more accurately and avoid false positives.

Windows 11 25H2: What's Changing and Why You Should Care

Windows 11 25H2 isn't a massive update, but it does bring some major changes that are worth keeping in mind. For starters, It shares the same platform version as Windows 11 24H2, so both branches receive the same monthly cumulative updates in parallel. Don't be surprised to see identical patches being rolled out for both.

The deployment is coming gradually via Windows Update, as Microsoft usually does. If it doesn't appear yet, you can use the Installation wizard official or wait for it to become available through WSUS starting October 14, 2025, especially in managed environments. On supported computers, the update will appear in the Settings app, under Windows Update.

Among the new features, Microsoft focuses on the to maximise security and your enjoyment.. 25H2 introduces vulnerability detection improvements at both compile and runtime levels, and promotes a more secure encryption assisted by IA for advanced profiles. It's a commitment to protecting the system without the user having to do any juggling.

There are also connectivity advances: support appears for Wi ‑ Fi 7 with a view to greater speed and reliability, an improvement designed especially for professional environments and teams with hardware prepared. In addition, Microsoft makes it easy to remove pre-installed applications in clean facilities, one of the most repeated demands by the community.

And at the lifecycle level, the company reestablishes support times: 36 months for Enterprise and Education, and 24 months for Pro, Pro Education and Pro Workstation. In return, legacy components such as PowerShell 2.0 and the WMIC tool, which is worth keeping in mind if you were using older scripts.

Known issues in Windows 11 25H2

By sharing base with 24H2, some problems already detected They keep coming back. One is that file sharing with SMB v1 doesn't work; Microsoft doesn't recommend that version for security reasons, but some companies still use it and might notice issues.

There are also reports of incidents with the Media creation tool by implementing 25H2 on ARM64 computers, something Microsoft is working on. In parallel, certain content protected with DRM (movies, music, etc.) may fail in this version.

Finally, it has been observed that Windows Update does not install .msu packages In specific situations, throwing the error message ERROR_BAD_PATHNAME when trying to apply recent updates with that installer.

How to upgrade to 25H2 with the Enablement Package (if you're coming from 24H2)

If you are already on 24H2 and have the latest cumulative update installed, the fastest way is to Enabling Package to activate 25H2. It's a small patch that enables features already present in the shared platform between 24H2 and 25H2.

Downloads Official releases of the KB5054156 Enabling Package from Microsoft servers (choose architecture): x64 y arm64You can verify the integrity with their sums:

KB5054156 x64

Name: windows11.0-kb5054156-x64_9fd13360d2c5af23ec4f591b86f1c1db37aada37.msu
Size: 175575 Bytes (171 KiB)
CRC32: D1F7D352
CRC64: 73DE662494981794
SHA256: 59a2b315141da42066183c11f6233d974de050b41cbb760aafb8c89b0c88c616
SHA1: 9fd13360d2c5af23ec4f591b86f1c1db37aada37
BLAKE2sp: bf65967cb1c868f5dcb52fd348d36b9d95fc45846fbac35f0b05c6ba524ced1c
MD5: 74a4e0c9d5fa2a244b7bc16d30ecae62
XXH64: 19ADDD74C814E724
SHA384: aa14ecf3d1112c581555aa3dd7eb854545a48f2aed3989782e33a9774fc238600e089aa3281eaf68bd9b3d50e73287b6
SHA512: c8906a9d7919a9fd02f3fa9b3dde3425966696de272c8d1845020573ab134cff81b0c293c605bd29d68f70004b40e22b7713b771e39b19ea7a9633711d1666c2
SHA3-256: fee9579528d266674a65d060f82d0f801149bd263c5126f9a987aafd5b893fe6

Download KB5054156 arm64

Name: windows11.0-kb5054156-arm64_e57cf6837a8b9877786ec3e7a366503a6072f5e5.msu
Size: 178283 Bytes (174 KiB)
CRC32: 17F69207
CRC64: 495826E6B9AB3E48
SHA256: 3e774bc44a0fbbddb98312638d72a3a5a9e3b8474c51c812218f81628bd848f2
SHA1: e57cf6837a8b9877786ec3e7a366503a6072f5e5
BLAKE2sp: f0331573a194a84ac0233fe99a8dc56dd248e8d969b852daecd895886f73bb88
MD5: 925da50449b1678a7b485afcfe32c707
XXH64: 47C4F52422A06774
SHA384: 5fb44f7f7d08018504b4d526d67391fcb5d5e8ed7c28e5c4fe32c43dee5e6460131da55d4d05485810e045cc4a78b79b
SHA512: 0bba24efca5149b1eaff06ccfc64d659bac8f3328cd9c74dbfdddd64df8a51b184690187b469ba7c8c86a04347a4623acea7847c855b1dc5122e511a4a827445
SHA3-256: 233237369b64e0218390df3321e98a0ac529170c4d017efe0e438d32db61142f

As a side note, a has been added New 25H2 Retail Update dated 30.09.2025 on the same channel, so it is advisable to check if there is a more recent package before installing.

Clean install or in-place upgrade with official ISOs

If you are still on 23H2 or prefer a on-site upgrade/clean install, you have the official 25H2 ISOs for x64 and arm64. Always check the hashes to ensure the download is complete and authentic.

ISO 25H2 x64

Nombre: 26200.6584.250915-1905.25h2_ge_release_svc_refresh_CLIENT_CONSUMER_x64FRE_en-us.iso
Tamaño: 7736125440 bytes (7377 MiB)
CRC32: 28CC9384
CRC64: 195051586BA6D1CF
SHA256: d141f6030fed50f75e2b03e1eb2e53646c4b21e5386047cb860af5223f102a32
SHA1: 57cc59c31ffcc0c54d19aa0314bb33a8c4415754
BLAKE2sp: f1bf9754b7b692a995b02afc390a088d9ccdf8b0510a34b85dfcd9afd155d180
MD5: 6b05bba98d7b55d299792c08080d6a56
XXH64: 4776F13CB765EE71
SHA384: e7b6a3049f787bdbdadf21c5f39a708e33a99b719764b1803716277d423201a603e1afd08efd40fa6dc650bdb7b6df0f
SHA512: 43f866358d228050c31fdb260cbd3fba3aadca0ade89561538d434451a6d27b3a1534b4650d84b3ad9167bde4a96d279dee49b20a5fdd1fa5205bb72e34b236b
SHA3-256: 7242b2efea88a56d3cb8108adac9b804ce29f618c58636c97b7e35a29b0a0cfe

25:2 ISO arm64

Nombre: 26200.6584.250915-1905.25h2_ge_release_svc_refresh_CLIENT_CONSUMER_A64FRE_en-us.iso
Tamaño: 7299147776 bytes (6961 MiB)
CRC32: 55BFEC8D
CRC64: 43A22A290DB45487
SHA256: 32cde0071ed8086b29bb6c8c3bf17ba9e3cdf43200537434a811a9b6cc2711a1
SHA1: 8fe4084b051b2b244158cdf6b087fc4f8a2bb183
BLAKE2sp: 9470546b74e5e87aa22d1ff93e0dd203cbd8b13c4bac34f05154a1654249e804
MD5: 0b34b6931a6b818f26a30e461efa2304
XXH64: E1592C49213380A0
SHA384: 32c11f6d0a1f6c8fe091af41ef9e2b159dcbfa77a60da72343b18579edeebeca991910276fb75952b31a6ae5ec3ab597
SHA512: e630953ad41919df845e5dab1eb53474ad713e88fe1bab12c83e8e152cd75b0850fc36e7437e54078cc9cde5dce924d24f51c4a55ebfb2f441a0f09810a2ffcd
SHA3-256: 9bc015acd95b73ee38c23e57dfadb02e42d7094c5299e7ff72142ad25a634732

Need another language? Change the language code in the ISO link itself for the one you're interested in. For example, for Japanese x64, replace the suffix with "ja-JP" before downloading.

Requirements and steps with the media creation tool

Before you get started, make sure you have a valid license Windows 11 or a Windows 10 PC that meets the requirements for the upgrade. You'll also need an internet connection and enough space on your computer, USB or external disk where you will save the ISO or create the media.

To create the medium, use a USB of at least 8 GB or a blank DVD. If you receive the message "the image is too large" when burning to DVD, opt for a dual-layer disc. Remember that the process will erase the contents of the device you use for booting.

Check that your PC has a 64 bit CPU, since Windows 11 doesn't run on 32-bit systems. The Media Creation Tool generates installers for x64; if your computer is ARM-based, wait for Windows Update to offer the compatible update for your model.

For requirements, see the page of official Windows 11 specifications and, if it's a brand-name computer, visit the manufacturer's site to confirm driver compatibility. Microsoft warns: installing on an unsupported PC may result in stability issues and lack of support, including the absence of future updates.

Also, keep in mind the language. Choose it when installing it. language you currently use in the system, checking in Settings (Time and Language) or in the Control Panel (Region) to avoid surprises with language packs.

Steps with the media creation tool: download and run as administrator, accept the license, and choose "Create installation media for another PC». Then select your language, edition, and architecture (64-bit), and decide whether you want to create a bootable USB drive directly or download an ISO file to burn to DVD.

Once created, you can first search for updates in Settings > Windows Update to keep the system up to date, and on Surface computers remember that the drivers are available on the official website drivers and firmware.

To install from the media: connect the Bootable USB/DVD, reboot and enter the boot menu or change the order in BIOS/UEFI (usual keys: F2, F12, Del, Esc). If you don't see the device, you may need to temporarily disable it. Secure Boot as indicated by the manufacturer.

If your computer always boots to the previous system, make sure it's completely off, not in hibernation. When you enter the installer, choose language, time format and keyboard, and then click "Install." If the installation media loads again after finishing, reverse the boot order change you made to boot from the internal drive.

PC not compatible? Alternatives like Tiny11

With the end of support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, many users with older computers are considering migrating. When the hardware doesn't meet the official Windows 11 requirements, there are unofficial tools that make the jump easier, including tiny11 developed by NTDEV.

Tiny11 is presented as a lightweight version of Windows 11, which reduces the size of the system by removing bloatware and pre-installed apps (Outlook, Clipchamp, Xbox, OneDrive, among others). In addition, the latest Tiny11 Builder patch now supports Windows 11 25H2, although it is currently in beta phase while details are being finalized.

The idea is that you can install Windows 11 on Incompatible PCs, assuming the risks and without guarantees from Microsoft. There are similar movements —such as WINUX, a distro Linux with a Windows aesthetic—, but if you don't want to leave the ecosystem, Tiny11 may be more interesting in certain scenarios.

Of course, if you can afford it, upgrading hardware also helps (some publications even recommend motherboards), but if you prefer to get the most out of your current equipment, these utilities offer an alternative way to stay up to date.

Why Wintoys is a perfect fit after upgrading to 25H2

Once you're in 25H2, it makes sense to stop by Wintoys to get the system just right. network resolver Refreshed will help if something breaks after the update; improved cleanup will free up space usually taken up by temporary apps and caches; and expanded control over startup apps will help you balance performance and convenience.

Added to this are the interface adjustments, the restoration warnings and Windows Update notification control make a difference in everyday life. And if you move between LTSC environments or need to check DMA status, specific changes will save you time.

In the end, we're talking about a tool that bridges the gap between what Windows allows and what users want. full compatibility with 25H2Wintoys remains one of the most comprehensive free utilities for optimizing, customizing, and troubleshooting without complicating things.

It's not a bad idea to have Wintoys on hand even before you upgrade. You can create a restore point, review startup applications and prepare the ground so that, when the system goes up to 25H2, everything is organized and under control.

Between the improvement of to maximise security and your enjoyment. 25H2, the ability to streamline pre-installed apps and connectivity settings, the combination of a good system update with a fine-tuned tool like Wintoys leaves a faster, cleaner, and more predictable experience.

If you are already in 24H2 and want to go fast, use the enablement packageIf you prefer to reinstall or are coming from 23H2, grab the official ISOs. And then, spend a few minutes with Wintoys 2.4.6.0: you'll see how the extended cleanup, improved network panel, and greater boot control make your PC feel more responsive. without unnecessary risks and with everything under your hand.