Electron 6 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Electron 6 reached end of life on 18 May 2020. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Electron release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 29 Jul 2019 | 7y 2mo ago |
| Supported ended | 18 May 2020 | 6y 5mo ago |
| Latest release | 6.1.12 · 18 May 2020 | final |
Where to go from 6
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 6 still safe to use?
Electron 6 reached end of life on 18 May 2020, 2,331 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Electron 6?
Yes — the final release (6.1.12) 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 6 to?
Upgrade to Electron 44, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 2 Mar 2027).