Electron 24 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Electron 24 reached end of life on 11 Oct 2023. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Electron release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 3 Apr 2023 | 3y 6mo ago |
| Supported ended | 11 Oct 2023 | 3y ago |
| Latest release | 24.8.8 · 11 Oct 2023 | final |
Where to go from 24
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 24 still safe to use?
Electron 24 reached end of life on 11 Oct 2023, 1,090 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Electron 24?
Yes — the final release (24.8.8) 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 24 to?
Upgrade to Electron 44, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 2 Mar 2027).