End of Life / End of Version Support
Software Updates
When a new major version of Beyond Compare is released, software updates to the prior version of Beyond Compare will no longer be released. If a critical bug is found in the previous version within 1 year of the new version release, a software update to fix it may be released at our discretion.
Technical Support
Technical support is included with purchase of a Beyond Compare license and it continues indefinitely. We provide technical support for all released versions of Beyond Compare.
Major Version | Initial Release Date | Software Updates | Tech Support |
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5 | Jul. 8, 2024 | ![]() | ![]() |
4 | Sep. 1, 2014 | ![]() | ![]() |
3 | Jul. 30, 2008 | ![]() | ![]() |
2 | May 13, 2002 | ![]() | ![]() |
1 | Jun. 26, 1996 | ![]() | ![]() |
License Upgrades
To upgrade an old license to the current version, see How to Upgrade.