Electron 12 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Electron 12 reached end of life on 15 Nov 2021. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Electron release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 1 Mar 2021 | 5y 7mo ago |
| Supported ended | 15 Nov 2021 | 4y 11mo ago |
| Latest release | 12.2.3 · 15 Nov 2021 | final |
Where to go from 12
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 12 still safe to use?
Electron 12 reached end of life on 15 Nov 2021, 1,785 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Electron 12?
Yes — the final release (12.2.3) 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 12 to?
Upgrade to Electron 44, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 2 Mar 2027).