Ending Support in 2026

Please go here to search for your product's lifecycle.

The following list represents products retiring or reaching the end of support in 2026. Upon retirement or end of support, there will be no new security updates, non-security updates, free or paid assisted support options or online technical content updates. Go here to learn about Fixed and Modern Lifecycle policies and service packs.

If you have any questions regarding support for a product, please contact your Microsoft Account Representative. If you need technical support, visit the Microsoft Support website.

Product Retirements

The following products, governed by the Modern Policy, will retire in 2026.

End of Servicing

The following product versions, governed by the Modern Policy, will end support in 2026.

Products reaching End of Support

The following products and releases, governed by the Fixed Policy, will end support in 2026.

Products moving to Extended Support

The following products will be moving from Mainstream to Extended Support in 2026. Extended Support includes security updates at no cost, and paid non-security updates and support. Additionally, Microsoft will not accept requests for design changes or new features during the Extended Support phase.

Additional Azure Changes

Below is a list of additional Azure updates, including API, SDK and tools, and feature changes. Go here for more information: Azure updates | Microsoft Azure