The IE11 desktop application officially ended support for the Windows 10 Semi-Annual Channel (SAC) on June 15, 2022 .
For nearly three decades, Internet Explorer (IE) was the face of the World Wide Web for millions. However, as of , the browser exists primarily as a legacy relic within Microsoft Windows 10. While the standalone desktop application has been officially retired and disabled on most consumer versions, its core engine still lives on to support critical business infrastructure. The Current Status of Internet Explorer on Windows 10 internet explorer windows 10
Support continues for specific specialized versions, such as Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC , which will receive updates until at least 2029 or 2032 depending on the specific build. How to Use "IE Mode" in Microsoft Edge The IE11 desktop application officially ended support for
If you try to launch Internet Explorer 11 on a standard Windows 10 machine today, it will likely redirect you to Microsoft Edge. While the standalone desktop application has been officially
Internet Explorer on Windows 10: History, Retirement, and Survival Guide
Because many legacy corporate portals and government websites still require IE-specific technologies (like ActiveX controls), Microsoft integrated directly into Microsoft Edge . Step-by-Step: Enabling IE Mode
Microsoft permanently disabled the browser on most Windows 10 versions via an Edge update in early 2023.