Electron 11 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Electron 11 reached end of life on 31 Aug 2021. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Electron release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 16 Nov 2020 | 5y 11mo ago |
| Supported ended | 31 Aug 2021 | 5y 1mo ago |
| Latest release | 11.5.0 · 31 Aug 2021 | final |
Where to go from 11
Recommended target: Electron 44 (supported until 2 Mar 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Electron 44 (latest release 44.5.1).
Frequently asked questions
Is Electron 11 still safe to use?
Electron 11 reached end of life on 31 Aug 2021, 1,861 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Electron 11?
Yes — the final release (11.5.0) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Electron 11 to?
Upgrade to Electron 44, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 2 Mar 2027).