Microsoft Disables PC-to-PC Migration in Windows 11, Pushes OneDrive Backup Instead
Microsoft has removed the built-in PC-to-PC Migration feature from Windows 11, making local transfers of files and settings between computers less convenient for home users. The company now directs users toward Windows Backup, which requires uploading data to OneDrive. The change was confirmed in official documentation and implemented through the September update KB5124010. Previously, users could connect two PCs directly via Wi-Fi or Ethernet, verify the link with a one-time code, and select data for transfer without involving Microsoft servers. The new approach relies on cloud synchronization of selected user folders, necessitating a personal Microsoft account and offering only 5 GB of free storage. External drives, USB sticks, and network shares remain available as alternative transfer methods.
AntiMalwareNov 2, 2026Translated from Russian