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Microsoft .NETEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status
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Runtimes & JDKsLatest Version: 10.0.12Latest Release: Sep 8, 2026
.NET is a free, cross-platform, open-source developer platform by Microsoft for building modern applications.
Support summary
Microsoft .NET 9 reaches EOL in 44 days. Start upgrade planning and compatibility testing now.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
Nov 10, 2026
Microsoft .NET 9 · 44 days left
Supported cycles
3
5 lts
Versions
13
Latest Version
10.0.12
Active Support
3
EOL
10
Lifecycle Timeline
May 30, 2018As of Sep 27, 2026
10Active · Nov 14, 2028
9Active · Nov 10, 2026
8Active · Nov 10, 2026
7EOL · May 14, 2024
6EOL · Nov 12, 2024
5EOL · May 10, 2022
3.1EOL · Dec 13, 2022
3.0EOL · Mar 3, 2020
2.2EOL · Dec 23, 2019
2.1EOL · Aug 21, 2021
ActiveSecurityEOLHistorical phase unknown
Bars show history up to the snapshot date. Gray intervals lack dated support boundaries; arrows indicate an unannounced EOL date, not a support guarantee.
Versions
| Release | Release Date | Active Support | EOL | Latest Version | LTS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Nov 11, 2025 | Maintained | Nov 14, 2028 | 10.0.12 | Yes | Active |
| 9 | Nov 12, 2024 | Maintained | Nov 10, 2026 | 9.0.20 | No | Active |
| 8 | Nov 14, 2023 | Maintained | Nov 10, 2026 | 8.0.31 | Yes | Active |
| 7 | Nov 8, 2022 | Ended | May 14, 2024 | 7.0.20 | No | EOL |
| 6 | Nov 8, 2021 | Ended | Nov 12, 2024 | 6.0.36 | Yes | EOL |
| 5 | Nov 10, 2020 | Ended | May 10, 2022 | 5.0.17 | No | EOL |
| 3.1 | Dec 3, 2019 | Ended | Dec 13, 2022 | 3.1.32 | Yes | EOL |
| 3.0 | Sep 23, 2019 | Ended | Mar 3, 2020 | 3.0.3 | No | EOL |
| 2.2 | Dec 4, 2018 | Ended | Dec 23, 2019 | 2.2.8 | No | EOL |
| 2.1 | May 30, 2018 | Ended | Aug 21, 2021 | 2.1.30 | Yes | EOL |
| 2.0 | Aug 14, 2017 | Ended | Oct 1, 2018 | 2.0.9 | No | EOL |
| 1.1 | Nov 16, 2016 | Ended | Jun 27, 2019 | 1.1.13 | No | EOL |
| 1.0 | Jun 27, 2016 | Ended | Jun 27, 2019 | 1.0.16 | No | EOL |
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Which versions of Microsoft .NET have reached end of life?
The following Microsoft .NET versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 7, 6, 5, 3.1, 3.0, 2.2, 2.1, 2.0 (and 2 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Microsoft .NET 7?
Microsoft .NET 7 has reached end of life and no longer receives security patches or bug fixes. Continuing to use it may expose your systems to known vulnerabilities. We strongly recommend upgrading to a supported version.
What is the latest version of Microsoft .NET?
The latest version of Microsoft .NET is 10.0.12, released in the 10 release cycle.
How many versions of Microsoft .NET are currently supported?
Microsoft .NET currently has 3 actively supported version(s): 10, 9, 8.
When does Microsoft .NET 10 reach end of life?
Microsoft .NET 10 is scheduled to reach end of life on Nov 14, 2028.
What should I do when Microsoft .NET reaches end of life?
When a Microsoft .NET version reaches end of life, you should: 1) Plan your migration to a supported version as soon as possible. 2) Review the release notes for breaking changes. 3) Test your applications thoroughly in a staging environment. 4) Update your dependencies to ensure compatibility with the new version.