Microsoft SharePoint 2016 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Microsoft SharePoint 2016 reached end of life on 14 Jul 2026. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Microsoft SharePoint release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 1 May 2016 | — |
| End of life | 14 Jul 2026 | 0.1 years ago |
| Active support ended | 13 Jul 2021 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 16.0.5556.1005 · 9 Jun 2026 | final |
Where to go from 2016
Recommended target: Microsoft SharePoint subscription.
The newest actively supported branch is Microsoft SharePoint subscription (latest release 16.0.19725.20384).
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft SharePoint 2016 still safe to use?
Microsoft SharePoint 2016 reached end of life on 14 Jul 2026, 26 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Microsoft SharePoint 2016?
Yes — the final release (16.0.5556.1005) 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 SharePoint 2016 to?
Upgrade to Microsoft SharePoint subscription, the newest actively supported branch.