Electron 40 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Electron 40 reached end of life on 30 Jun 2026. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Electron release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 13 Jan 2026 | — |
| End of life | 30 Jun 2026 | 0.1 years ago |
| Latest release | 40.10.6 · 1 Jul 2026 | final |
Where to go from 40
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 40 still safe to use?
Electron 40 reached end of life on 30 Jun 2026, 40 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Electron 40?
Yes — the final release (40.10.6) 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 40 to?
Upgrade to Electron 43, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 5 Jan 2027).