Microsoft Office 2011-for-mac End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Microsoft Office 2011-for-mac reached end of life on 10 Oct 2017. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Microsoft Office release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 9 Dec 2010 | — |
| End of life | 10 Oct 2017 | 8.8 years ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 2011-for-mac
Recommended target: Microsoft Office 2024 (supported until 9 Oct 2029).
The newest actively supported branch is Microsoft Office 2024 (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft Office 2011-for-mac still safe to use?
Microsoft Office 2011-for-mac reached end of life on 10 Oct 2017, 3,225 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Microsoft Office 2011-for-mac?
Yes — the final release (2011-for-mac) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Microsoft Office 2011-for-mac to?
Upgrade to Microsoft Office 2024, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 9 Oct 2029).