Microsoft Windows Embedded 8.1-industry End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
End of Life
Microsoft Windows Embedded 8.1-industry reached end of life on 11 Jul 2023. It no longer receives security fixes.
1,125 days without security patches
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Support timeline
Official dates from the Microsoft Windows Embedded release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 25 Nov 2013 | — |
| End of life | 11 Jul 2023 | 3.1 years ago |
| Active support ended | 10 Jul 2018 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | — | final |
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft Windows Embedded 8.1-industry still safe to use?
Microsoft Windows Embedded 8.1-industry reached end of life on 11 Jul 2023, 1,125 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Microsoft Windows Embedded 8.1-industry?
Yes — the final release (8.1-industry) 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 Embedded 8.1-industry to?
Upgrade to the newest actively supported Microsoft Windows Embedded branch.