Electron 18 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Electron 18 reached end of life on 27 Sept 2022. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Electron release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 28 Mar 2022 | 4y 6mo ago |
| Supported ended | 27 Sept 2022 | 4y ago |
| Latest release | 18.3.15 · 27 Sept 2022 | final |
Where to go from 18
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 18 still safe to use?
Electron 18 reached end of life on 27 Sept 2022, 1,469 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Electron 18?
Yes — the final release (18.3.15) 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 18 to?
Upgrade to Electron 44, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 2 Mar 2027).