Electron 38 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Electron 38 reached end of life on 10 Mar 2026. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Electron release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 2 Sept 2025 | 1y 1mo ago |
| Supported ended | 10 Mar 2026 | 7mo ago |
| Latest release | 38.8.6 · 11 Mar 2026 | final |
Where to go from 38
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 38 still safe to use?
Electron 38 reached end of life on 10 Mar 2026, 209 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Electron 38?
Yes — the final release (38.8.6) 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 38 to?
Upgrade to Electron 44, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 2 Mar 2027).