Electron 16 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Electron 16 reached end of life on 24 May 2022. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Electron release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 15 Nov 2021 | 4y 11mo ago |
| Supported ended | 24 May 2022 | 4y 4mo ago |
| Latest release | 16.2.8 · 24 May 2022 | final |
Where to go from 16
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 16 still safe to use?
Electron 16 reached end of life on 24 May 2022, 1,595 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Electron 16?
Yes — the final release (16.2.8) 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 16 to?
Upgrade to Electron 44, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 2 Mar 2027).