Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6 end of life (EOL) date and support status
End of life End of life since 2022-04-26 (1626 days ago)
Upgrade: Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6 no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: 4.8.1, 4.8, 4.7.2, 4.7.1, 4.7, 4.6.2, 3.5-sp1.
| Product | Microsoft .NET Framework |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 4.6 |
| Status | End of life |
| Released | 2015-07-20 |
| Active support until | — |
| End of life | 2022-04-26 |
| Latest version | — |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
All Microsoft .NET Framework versions → · Source: endoflife.date
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6 end of life?
Yes. End of life since 2022-04-26 (1626 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.
When does Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6 reach end of life?
Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6 reached end of life on 2022-04-26.
When was Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6 released?
Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6 was first released on 2015-07-20.
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