Electron 13 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Electron 13 reached end of life on 1 Feb 2022. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Electron release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 25 May 2021 | — |
| End of life | 1 Feb 2022 | 4.5 years ago |
| Latest release | 13.6.9 · 1 Feb 2022 | final |
Where to go from 13
Recommended target: Electron 43 (supported until 5 Jan 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Electron 43 (latest release 43.3.0).
Frequently asked questions
Is Electron 13 still safe to use?
Electron 13 reached end of life on 1 Feb 2022, 1,650 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Electron 13?
Yes — the final release (13.6.9) 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 13 to?
Upgrade to Electron 43, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 5 Jan 2027).