Internet Explorer 10 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Internet Explorer 10 reached end of life on 31 Jan 2020. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Internet Explorer release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 30 Oct 2012 | 13y 11mo ago |
| Security and technical support ended | 31 Jan 2020 | 6y 8mo ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 10
Recommended target: Internet Explorer 11-ltsb (supported until 14 Oct 2031).
The newest actively supported branch is Internet Explorer 11-ltsb (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is Internet Explorer 10 still safe to use?
Internet Explorer 10 reached end of life on 31 Jan 2020, 2,439 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Internet Explorer 10?
Yes — the final release (10) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Internet Explorer 10 to?
Upgrade to Internet Explorer 11-ltsb, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 14 Oct 2031).