Amazon Echo Software Security Updates

Amazon Echo smart speakers, subwoofers, and switches receive guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase on our websites.

Amazon Echo Software Security Updates

The security of your device is a top priority. Your Amazon Echo smart speakers, subwoofers, and switches receive guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase on our websites. After that time, we strive to provide software security updates for as long as we can (subject to technical and other limitations).

The table below shows software security update periods for Amazon Echo smart speaker, subwoofer, and switch devices that are currently available for purchase on our websites. If you already own an Amazon Echo, visit Manage Your Content and Devices for information specific to your device.


Amazon Echo	Software Security Updates at Least Through
Echo Dot 3rd Gen 4th Gen 5th Gen	31 December 2029
Echo Dot Kids 4th Gen 5th Gen	31 December 2029
Echo Dot with Clock 4th Gen 5th Gen	31 December 2029
Echo Pop	31 December 2029
Echo (4th Gen)	31 December 2029
Echo Show Show 21 (1st Gen) Show 15 (2nd Gen) Show 10 (3rd Gen) Show 8 (1st Gen, 2019 Release) Show 8 (2nd Gen, 2021 Release) Show 8 (3rd Gen, 2023 Release) Show 5 (2nd Gen, 2021 Release) Show 5 (3rd generation) Show 151st Gen	31 December 2029
Echo Show Kids 3rd Generation	31 December 2029
Echo Hub	31 December 2029
Echo Link	31 December 2029
Echo Link Amp	31 December 2029
Echo Studio	31 December 2029
Echo Sub	31 December 2029
Echo Spot (2024 Release)	31 December 2029

Please note this is not a guarantee as to how long your Amazon Echo device will last. For more information about your Amazon Echo device and its applicable warranty, see Amazon Device Warranty.

FAQs

Q. What does "last available for purchase" mean?
A. Availability for purchase on our websites refers to when the device is being sold by Amazon (excluding third-party sellers) as a new unit on amazon.com or international equivalents of this site.

Q. How long will my device last?
A. Amazon devices are built to last, but there may come a time when you want to trade in or recycle your device. Go Manage Your Content and Devices to view any available trade-in or recycling options for your device.