Electron 40 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Electron 40 reached end of life on 1 Jul 2026. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Electron release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 15 Jan 2026 | 9mo ago |
| Supported ended | 1 Jul 2026 | 3mo ago |
| Latest release | 40.10.6 · 1 Jul 2026 | final |
Where to go from 40
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 40 still safe to use?
Electron 40 reached end of life on 1 Jul 2026, 96 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Electron 40?
Yes — the final release (40.10.6) 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 40 to?
Upgrade to Electron 44, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 2 Mar 2027).