Notepad++ 8.6 end of life (EOL) date and support status
End of life End of life since 2024-09-17 (751 days ago)
Upgrade: Notepad++ 8.6 no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: 8.9.
| Product | Notepad++ |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 8.6 |
| Status | End of life |
| Released | 2023-11-23 |
| Active support until | — |
| End of life | 2024-09-17 |
| Latest version | 8.6.9 (2024-07-14) |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Notepad++ 8.6 end of life?
Yes. End of life since 2024-09-17 (751 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.
When does Notepad++ 8.6 reach end of life?
Notepad++ 8.6 reached end of life on 2024-09-17.
When was Notepad++ 8.6 released?
Notepad++ 8.6 was first released on 2023-11-23.
What is the latest Notepad++ 8.6 version?
The latest 8.6 release is 8.6.9, published on 2024-07-14.
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