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Notepad++
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ApplicationsLatest Version: 8.9.8Latest Release: Aug 23, 2026
Notepad++ is a free source code editor and text editor for Windows supporting multiple programming languages.
Support summary
Notepad++ currently has supported cycles. Track the next EOL date and validate upgrades before your change window.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
No announced EOL date is currently listed.
Supported cycles
1
0 lts
Versions
10
Latest Version
8.9.8
Active Support
1
EOL
9
Lifecycle Timeline
Sep 28, 2020As of Sep 19, 2026
8.9Active · Date not announced
8.8EOL · Dec 27, 2025
8.7EOL · Apr 28, 2025
8.6EOL · Sep 17, 2024
8.5EOL · Nov 23, 2023
8.4EOL · Mar 6, 2023
8.3EOL · Apr 26, 2022
8.2EOL · Feb 3, 2022
8.1EOL · Jan 1, 2022
7.9EOL · Jun 17, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.9 | Dec 27, 2025 | Maintained | Date not announced | 8.9.8 | No | Active |
| 8.8 | Apr 28, 2025 | Ended | Dec 27, 2025 | 8.8.9 | No | EOL |
| 8.7 | Sep 17, 2024 | Ended | Apr 28, 2025 | 8.7.9 | No | EOL |
| 8.6 | Nov 23, 2023 | Ended | Sep 17, 2024 | 8.6.9 | No | EOL |
| 8.5 | Mar 6, 2023 | Ended | Nov 23, 2023 | 8.5.8 | No | EOL |
| 8.4 | Apr 26, 2022 | Ended | Mar 6, 2023 | 8.4.9 | No | EOL |
| 8.3 | Feb 3, 2022 | Ended | Apr 26, 2022 | 8.3.3 | No | EOL |
| 8.2 | Jan 1, 2022 | Ended | Feb 3, 2022 | 8.2.1 | No | EOL |
| 8.1 | Jun 17, 2021 | Ended | Jan 1, 2022 | 8.1.9.3 | No | EOL |
| 7.9 | Sep 28, 2020 | Ended | Jun 17, 2021 | 7.9.5 | No | EOL |
Data sources
Sources
Frequently Asked Questions
Which versions of Notepad++ have reached end of life?
The following Notepad++ versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 8.8, 8.7, 8.6, 8.5, 8.4, 8.3, 8.2, 8.1 (and 1 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Notepad++ 8.8?
Notepad++ 8.8 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 Notepad++?
The latest version of Notepad++ is 8.9.8, released in the 8.9 release cycle.
How many versions of Notepad++ are currently supported?
Notepad++ currently has 1 actively supported version(s): 8.9.
When does Notepad++ 8.9 reach end of life?
Notepad++ 8.9 does not have a specific end-of-life date announced yet.
What should I do when Notepad++ reaches end of life?
When a Notepad++ 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.