check before: 2026-04-30
Product:
Defender, Defender for Endpoint, Defender XDR
Platform:
iOS, Online, World tenant
Status:
Change type:
User impact, Admin impact, Retirement
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Details:
Summary:
Microsoft Defender for iOS will end support for iOS 16 devices on April 30, 2026. Devices on iOS 16 will no longer receive updates or support, while iOS 17 or later devices remain fully supported. Organizations should identify affected devices and encourage upgrades or replacements.
Details:
[Introduction]
To align with the iOS platform lifecycle and ensure customers remain protected with the most up‑to‑date security capabilities, Microsoft Defender for iOS will end support for devices running iOS 16. After support ends, Defender on iOS 10 devices will no longer receive feature updates, security fixes, or technical support. Devices running iOS 17 or later will continue to be fully supported.
[When this will happen]
Support for Microsoft Defender on iOS 16 devices will end on April 30, 2026.
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Created:
2026-03-17
updated:
2026-03-17
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft Defender for iOS will stop supporting iOS 16 by April 30, 2026, meaning no updates or security features will be available for devices running this version, prompting organizations to upgrade to iOS 17 or later to maintain security and functionality.
Direct effects for Operations**
End of Security Updates
Devices running iOS 16 will no longer receive security updates, increasing vulnerability to threats.
- roles: IT Security Manager, End Users
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/defender-endpoint/minimum-requirements
Loss of Technical Support
Organizations will not have access to technical support for issues related to Defender on iOS 16 devices, leading to prolonged downtime during incidents.
- roles: IT Support Staff, End Users
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/defender-endpoint/minimum-requirements
Inability to Install New Features
Users on iOS 16 will miss out on new features and improvements, leading to a suboptimal user experience.
- roles: End Users, Product Managers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/defender-endpoint/minimum-requirements
Increased Risk of Compliance Issues
Without security updates, organizations may face compliance risks if they are required to maintain certain security standards.
- roles: Compliance Officer, IT Security Manager
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/defender-endpoint/minimum-requirements
User Frustration and Productivity Loss
Users may experience frustration due to lack of support and updates, potentially impacting their productivity.
- roles: End Users, Team Leaders
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/defender-endpoint/minimum-requirements
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