Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 3 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 3 reached end of life on 2 Apr 2022. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 2 Apr 2019 | — |
| End of life | 2 Apr 2022 | 4.4 years ago |
| Active support ended | 26 Nov 2019 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 3.0.0.422 · 2 Apr 2019 | final |
Where to go from 3
Recommended target: Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 8 (supported until 3 Sept 2026).
The newest actively supported branch is Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 8 (latest release 8.5.0.1014).
Frequently asked questions
Is Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 3 still safe to use?
Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 3 reached end of life on 2 Apr 2022, 1,590 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 3?
Yes — the final release (3.0.0.422) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 3 to?
Upgrade to Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 8, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 3 Sept 2026).