Electron 17 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Electron 17 reached end of life on 2 Aug 2022. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Electron release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 1 Feb 2022 | — |
| End of life | 2 Aug 2022 | 4.0 years ago |
| Latest release | 17.4.11 · 1 Aug 2022 | final |
Where to go from 17
Recommended target: Electron 43 (supported until 5 Jan 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Electron 43 (latest release 43.3.0).
Frequently asked questions
Is Electron 17 still safe to use?
Electron 17 reached end of life on 2 Aug 2022, 1,468 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Electron 17?
Yes — the final release (17.4.11) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Electron 17 to?
Upgrade to Electron 43, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 5 Jan 2027).