Microsoft Windows Embedded compact-2013 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
End of Life
Microsoft Windows Embedded compact-2013 reached end of life on 10 Oct 2023. It no longer receives security fixes.
1,091 days without security patches
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Support timeline
Official dates from the Microsoft Windows Embedded release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 11 Aug 2013 | 13y 2mo ago |
| Active Support ended | 9 Oct 2018 | security fixes only after this |
| Security Support ended | 10 Oct 2023 | 3y ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft Windows Embedded compact-2013 still safe to use?
Microsoft Windows Embedded compact-2013 reached end of life on 10 Oct 2023, 1,091 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Microsoft Windows Embedded compact-2013?
Yes — the final release (compact-2013) 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 Windows Embedded compact-2013 to?
Upgrade to the newest actively supported Microsoft Windows Embedded branch.