Internet Explorer 11 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Internet Explorer 11 reached end of life on 14 Jun 2022. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Internet Explorer release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 13 Nov 2013 | 12y 11mo ago |
| Security and technical support ended | 14 Jun 2022 | 4y 4mo ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 11
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 11 still safe to use?
Internet Explorer 11 reached end of life on 14 Jun 2022, 1,574 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Internet Explorer 11?
Yes — the final release (11) 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 11 to?
Upgrade to Internet Explorer 11-ltsb, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 14 Oct 2031).