Adobe AIR 51.4.1.2

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Adobe AIR: legacy cross-platform runtime, now maintained by HARMAN on commercial terms

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David Fischer

10/22/2026

Adobe AIR lets developers package Flex, ActionScript and HTML content as standalone desktop apps and native iOS and Android apps, but Adobe has handed platform support and feature development to HARMAN, AIR 33 is sold commercially, and Adobe's own desktop security fixes for the older AIR 32 ended in 2020.

Adobe AIR: Cross-Platform Runtime Now Maintained by Harman

Adobe AIR (Adobe Integrated Runtime) runs applications built with ActionScript, Flex, HTML, and JavaScript as standalone desktop applications and as native iOS and Android apps. Adobe released the runtime in 2008 and added mobile support in 2010. In June 2019, Adobe transferred ongoing platform support and feature development for AIR to HARMAN, a long-standing Adobe partner and a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics.

Support and Maintenance

Platform development: HARMAN provides platform support and feature development for the AIR runtime and the AIR SDK, covering bug fixes, platform compatibility, and new functionality. Developers seeking support for AIR 33 and later contact HARMAN directly.
Transition timeline: Adobe scheduled security-only fixes for AIR v32 on desktop platforms, Windows 7 and later and Mac OS X, until the end of 2020. Ongoing support then moved to HARMAN.
Enterprise and embedded services: HARMAN offers enterprise support, along with bespoke and embedded versions of AIR for platforms whose distribution falls outside the SDK license agreement.

Current Release and SDK

AIR 33 is released on a commercial basis and adds support for 64-bit Android devices and the current Google Play Store requirements. The AIR SDK is provided through a dedicated AIR SDK website, where developers can download the current version.

Migration Services

HARMAN also offers consultancy and migration services for organizations moving Flash and Flex-based applications to HTML5 and JavaScript frameworks, including Angular and TypeScript-based frameworks. For applications built with Apache Flex, Apache Royale keeps an MXML and ActionScript 3 codebase while targeting a lightweight responsive framework. HARMAN additionally offers extended support for Flash Player for enterprise customers.

Overview

Adobe AIR is a Freeware software in the category Web Development developed by Adobe Systems Inc..

The users of our client application UpdateStar have checked Adobe AIR for updates 8,765 times during the last month.

The latest version of Adobe AIR is 51.4.1.2, released on 10/12/2026. It was initially added to our database on 12/15/2007. The most prevalent version is 32.0.0.125, which is used by 15% of all installations.

Adobe AIR runs on the following operating systems: Android/iOS/Windows/Mac.

Users of Adobe AIR gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Pros

Lets developers package Flex, ActionScript and HTML-based content as standalone desktop apps for Windows and Mac OS X.
Also builds native iOS and Android apps from the same kind of content, covering both desktop and mobile.
HARMAN now provides platform support and feature development, and AIR 33 adds support for 64-bit Android devices and recent Play Store requirements.
Has a long history since its 2008 release, with a large existing base of AIR apps and games.

Cons

Adobe no longer provides ongoing support; since the end of 2020, support and development are handled by HARMAN.
Adobe's own security fixes for desktop were limited to AIR v32 and ended at the end of 2020.
AIR 33 is released on a commercial basis, so it is not a free update.
The AIR SDK has moved to a new website, and its download location has changed from the original HARMAN address.
Its focus is on developers and legacy Flex, ActionScript and Flash-based content, so it is less relevant for new projects.

FAQ

What is Adobe AIR used for?

Adobe AIR is a runtime that lets developers deploy Flex, ActionScript and HTML-based content as standalone desktop apps. It also builds native iOS and Android apps for mobile devices.

Who supports and develops Adobe AIR now?

Adobe transitioned ongoing platform support and feature development of AIR to HARMAN, a Samsung Electronics subsidiary, beginning in June 2019. Developers should contact HARMAN directly for bug fixes, platform compatibility and new functionality in AIR 33 and later.

Which platforms does Adobe AIR support?

AIR supports desktop and mobile platforms, including Windows and macOS on the desktop and Android and iOS on mobile. Adobe's final desktop security support for AIR v32 covered Windows 7 and above and Mac OS X.

Is Adobe AIR free?

AIR 33, released by HARMAN, is offered on a commercial basis rather than as a free download. HARMAN also provides bespoke and embedded versions of AIR for other platforms and products under separate licensing.

Does the current version of AIR support Android?

AIR 33 supports 64-bit Android devices and meets the latest Google Play Store requirements. The AIR SDK for developers is distributed separately through a dedicated website.

David Fischer

I am a technology writer for UpdateStar, covering software, security, and privacy as well as research and innovation in information security. I worked as an editor for German computer magazines for more than a decade before joining the UpdateStar team. With over a decade of editorial experience in the tech industry, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my current role at UpdateStar. At UpdateStar, I focus on the critical areas of software, security, and privacy, ensuring our readers stay informed about the latest developments and best practices.

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