Electron 7 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Electron 7 reached end of life on 25 Aug 2020. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Electron release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 21 Oct 2019 | 6y 11mo ago |
| Supported ended | 25 Aug 2020 | 6y 1mo ago |
| Latest release | 7.3.3 · 25 Aug 2020 | final |
Where to go from 7
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 7 still safe to use?
Electron 7 reached end of life on 25 Aug 2020, 2,232 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Electron 7?
Yes — the final release (7.3.3) 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 7 to?
Upgrade to Electron 44, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 2 Mar 2027).