Electron 5 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Electron 5 reached end of life on 4 Feb 2020. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Electron release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 23 Apr 2019 | — |
| End of life | 4 Feb 2020 | 6.5 years ago |
| Latest release | 5.0.13 · 17 Dec 2019 | final |
Where to go from 5
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 5 still safe to use?
Electron 5 reached end of life on 4 Feb 2020, 2,378 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Electron 5?
Yes — the final release (5.0.13) 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 5 to?
Upgrade to Electron 43, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 5 Jan 2027).