Apple says it will shut down its Apple Support Community forums after 28 years

Apple has announced the closure of its 28-year-old Apple Support Community forums, a platform where users sought help for their Apple products. The forum, initially launched in 1998 as the Apple Tech Exchange, underwent various name changes before settling on the current name in 2022. The final post on the forum was made on November 10, with the last reply following shortly after.

Apple announced the closure on Tuesday, disabling new postings and transitioning the site to a read-only state, with the complete shutdown set for November 20, 2026. The company emphasizes that users can still find guidance on the official Apple Support site. Apple's decision to sunset the community comes after a thorough evaluation of strategy and customer needs.