Microsoft Windows Embedded end-of-life dates and support status
As of 2026-10-08, none of the listed Microsoft Windows Embedded versions is supported.
| Version | Status | Released | Active support until | End of life | Latest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.1-industry | End of life | 2013-11-25 | 2018-07-10 | 2023-07-11 | — |
| 8.1-pro | End of life | 2013-11-13 | 2018-01-09 | 2023-01-10 | — |
| compact-2013 | End of life | 2013-08-11 | 2018-10-09 | 2023-10-10 | — |
| posready-7 | End of life | 2011-09-10 | 2016-10-11 | 2021-10-12 | — |
| compact-7 | End of life | 2011-03-15 | 2016-04-12 | 2021-04-13 | — |
| standard-7-sp1 | End of life | 2011-02-28 | 2015-10-13 | 2020-10-13 | — |
Status is computed from today's date. "Security fixes only" means active support has ended but security fixes continue until end of life. Source: endoflife.date · release policy. Verified 2026-10-08.
Frequently asked questions
Which Microsoft Windows Embedded versions are still supported?
As of 2026-10-08, none of the listed Microsoft Windows Embedded versions is supported.
What is the latest Microsoft Windows Embedded version?
The newest Microsoft Windows Embedded release cycle is 8.1-industry.
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