Microsoft .NET 6 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Microsoft .NET 6 reached end of life on 12 Nov 2024. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates, read directly from github.com and dotnet.microsoft.com.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 8 Nov 2021 | 4y 11mo ago |
| Support Status ended | 12 Nov 2024 | 1y 11mo ago |
| Latest release | 6.0.36 · 12 Nov 2024 | final |
Where to go from 6
Recommended target: Microsoft .NET 10 (supported until 14 Nov 2028).
The newest actively supported branch is Microsoft .NET 10 (latest release 10.0.12).
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft .NET 6 still safe to use?
Microsoft .NET 6 reached end of life on 12 Nov 2024, 692 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Microsoft .NET 6?
Yes — the final release (6.0.36) 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 6 to?
Upgrade to Microsoft .NET 10, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 14 Nov 2028).