Microsoft Surface rt End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Microsoft Surface rt reached end of life on 11 Apr 2017. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Microsoft Surface release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 26 Oct 2012 | 13y 11mo ago |
| End of Servicing Date ended | 11 Apr 2017 | 9y 6mo ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from rt
Recommended target: Microsoft Surface pro-12th-edition-snapdragon (supported until 16 Jun 2032).
The newest actively supported branch is Microsoft Surface pro-12th-edition-snapdragon (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft Surface rt still safe to use?
Microsoft Surface rt reached end of life on 11 Apr 2017, 3,464 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Microsoft Surface rt?
Yes — the final release (rt) 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 Surface rt to?
Upgrade to Microsoft Surface pro-12th-edition-snapdragon, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 16 Jun 2032).