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Microsoft Windows Hardware Program suspended-account reinstatement advisory

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Microsoft introduced a temporary fast-track path to reinstate suspended Windows Hardware Program accounts, reducing delays for developers blocked from publishing Windows drivers and security patches. Affected partners are told to open a support case through the Hardware Program and provide a business justification for Hardware Dev Center (HDC) access. The process is temporary, and full access still depends on resolving outstanding compliance requirements.

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  1. 14.04.2026 18:53 2 articles · 1mo ago

    Suspended Windows Hardware Program accounts block driver publishing

    Initial Disclosure

    Windows Hardware Developer accounts used to publish Windows drivers and updates for WireGuard, VeraCrypt, MemTest86, and Windscribe were suspended last week, blocking new Windows builds and security patches; several developers said they were locked out without warning and could not reach a human support representative.

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  2. 14.04.2026 18:53 2 articles · 1mo ago

    Microsoft introduces temporary fast-track reinstatement process

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    Microsoft introduced a temporary process to accelerate reinstatement for partners whose accounts were suspended over Account Verification, telling them to open a support case through the Hardware Program, include a clear business justification for Hardware Dev Center (HDC) access, and continue resolving outstanding compliance requirements before full access returns.

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