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2026.1.10 OneNote for Windows 10 (OneNote UWP) is fully read-only after retirement

On October 14, 2025, OneNote for Windows 10 (OneNote UWP) was retired, and Microsoft has always claimed that it will make it read-only on October 14, 2025.
 
But it has been extended to enter read-only state.
 
Finally on January 10, 2026, OneNote for Windows 10 goes completely read-only.
 
At 11 o'clock on January 10, 2026, OneNote for Windows 10 goes fully read-only.
 
  • The words "(read-only)" appear in the title bar at the top of the OneNote for Windows 10 window.
  • You cannot modify or edit the page
  • Ribbon, most of the functions have turned gray out and are not clickable.
  • However, you can also sync pages modified by other OneNote clients.
  • "Add Notebook" can no longer be clicked.
  • "More notebooks..." is also no longer clickable. (Unable to open other notebooks)
 

2026.1.10 OneNote for Windows 10 (OneNote UWP) is fully read-only after retirement