Microsoft .NET 5 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Microsoft .NET 5 reached end of life on 10 May 2022. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Microsoft .NET release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 10 Nov 2020 | — |
| End of life | 10 May 2022 | 4.3 years ago |
| Latest release | 5.0.17 · 10 May 2022 | final |
Where to go from 5
Recommended target: Microsoft .NET 10 (supported until 14 Nov 2028).
The newest actively supported branch is Microsoft .NET 10 (latest release 10.0.10).
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft .NET 5 still safe to use?
Microsoft .NET 5 reached end of life on 10 May 2022, 1,552 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Microsoft .NET 5?
Yes — the final release (5.0.17) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Microsoft .NET 5 to?
Upgrade to Microsoft .NET 10, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 14 Nov 2028).