Microsoft Windows 10-1607-e End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Microsoft Windows 10-1607-e reached end of life on 9 Apr 2019. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Microsoft Windows release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 2 Aug 2016 | — |
| End of life | 9 Apr 2019 | 7.3 years ago |
| Latest release | 10.0.14393 | final |
Where to go from 10-1607-e
Recommended target: Microsoft Windows 11-26h1-e (supported until 13 Mar 2029).
The newest actively supported branch is Microsoft Windows 11-26h1-e (latest release 10.0.28000).
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft Windows 10-1607-e still safe to use?
Microsoft Windows 10-1607-e reached end of life on 9 Apr 2019, 2,679 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Microsoft Windows 10-1607-e?
Yes — the final release (10.0.14393) 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 10-1607-e to?
Upgrade to Microsoft Windows 11-26h1-e, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 13 Mar 2029).