Notepad++ 8.8 end of life (EOL) date and support status
End of life End of life since 2025-12-27 (285 days ago)
Upgrade: Notepad++ 8.8 no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: 8.9.
| Product | Notepad++ |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 8.8 |
| Status | End of life |
| Released | 2025-04-28 |
| Active support until | — |
| End of life | 2025-12-27 |
| Latest version | 8.8.9 (2025-12-09) |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Notepad++ 8.8 end of life?
Yes. End of life since 2025-12-27 (285 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.
When does Notepad++ 8.8 reach end of life?
Notepad++ 8.8 reached end of life on 2025-12-27.
When was Notepad++ 8.8 released?
Notepad++ 8.8 was first released on 2025-04-28.
What is the latest Notepad++ 8.8 version?
The latest 8.8 release is 8.8.9, published on 2025-12-09.
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