Microsoft Windows 7-sp1 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Microsoft Windows 7-sp1 reached end of life on 14 Jan 2020. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Microsoft Windows release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 22 Feb 2011 | 15y 7mo ago |
| Active Support ended | 13 Jan 2015 | security fixes only after this |
| Security Support ended | 14 Jan 2020 | 6y 9mo ago |
| Latest release | 6.1.7601 | final |
Where to go from 7-sp1
Recommended target: Microsoft Windows 11-26h2-e (supported until 9 Oct 2029).
The newest actively supported branch is Microsoft Windows 11-26h2-e (latest release 10.0.26300).
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft Windows 7-sp1 still safe to use?
Microsoft Windows 7-sp1 reached end of life on 14 Jan 2020, 2,456 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Microsoft Windows 7-sp1?
Yes — the final release (6.1.7601) 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 7-sp1 to?
Upgrade to Microsoft Windows 11-26h2-e, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 9 Oct 2029).