Microsoft .NET 5 end of life (EOL) date and support status
End of life End of life since 2022-05-10 (1612 days ago)
Upgrade: Microsoft .NET 5 no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: 10, 9, 8.
| Product | Microsoft .NET |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 5 |
| Status | End of life |
| Released | 2020-11-10 |
| Active support until | — |
| End of life | 2022-05-10 |
| Latest version | 5.0.17 (2022-05-10) |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft .NET 5 end of life?
Yes. End of life since 2022-05-10 (1612 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.
When does Microsoft .NET 5 reach end of life?
Microsoft .NET 5 reached end of life on 2022-05-10.
When was Microsoft .NET 5 released?
Microsoft .NET 5 was first released on 2020-11-10.
What is the latest Microsoft .NET 5 version?
The latest 5 release is 5.0.17, published on 2022-05-10.
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