Microsoft .NET 2.1 end of life (EOL) date and support status
End of life End of life since 2021-08-21 (1874 days ago)
Upgrade: Microsoft .NET 2.1 no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: 10, 9, 8.
| Product | Microsoft .NET |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 2.1 |
| Status | End of life |
| Released | 2018-05-30 |
| LTS | yes |
| Active support until | — |
| End of life | 2021-08-21 |
| Latest version | 2.1.30 (2021-08-19) |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft .NET 2.1 end of life?
Yes. End of life since 2021-08-21 (1874 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.
When does Microsoft .NET 2.1 reach end of life?
Microsoft .NET 2.1 reached end of life on 2021-08-21.
When was Microsoft .NET 2.1 released?
Microsoft .NET 2.1 was first released on 2018-05-30.
What is the latest Microsoft .NET 2.1 version?
The latest 2.1 release is 2.1.30, published on 2021-08-19.
Is Microsoft .NET 2.1 an LTS release?
Yes.
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