Electron 8 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Electron 8 reached end of life on 18 Nov 2020. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Electron release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 3 Feb 2020 | 6y 8mo ago |
| Supported ended | 18 Nov 2020 | 5y 11mo ago |
| Latest release | 8.5.5 · 18 Nov 2020 | final |
Where to go from 8
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 8 still safe to use?
Electron 8 reached end of life on 18 Nov 2020, 2,147 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Electron 8?
Yes — the final release (8.5.5) 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 8 to?
Upgrade to Electron 44, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 2 Mar 2027).