Internet Explorer 9 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Internet Explorer 9 reached end of life on 12 Jan 2016. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Internet Explorer release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 15 Mar 2011 | 15y 7mo ago |
| Security and technical support ended | 12 Jan 2016 | 10y 9mo ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 9
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 9 still safe to use?
Internet Explorer 9 reached end of life on 12 Jan 2016, 3,919 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Internet Explorer 9?
Yes — the final release (9) 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 9 to?
Upgrade to Internet Explorer 11-ltsb, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 14 Oct 2031).