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Node.jsEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status
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Runtimes & JDKsLatest Version: 26.10.0Latest Release: Sep 22, 2026
Node.js is a JavaScript runtime built on Chrome's V8 engine, enabling server-side JavaScript development.
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Support summary
Node.js has cycles in security-only maintenance. Production workloads should move toward actively supported releases.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
Apr 30, 2027
Node.js 22 · 215 days left
Supported cycles
3
12 lts
Versions
26
Latest Version
26.10.0
Active Support
2
EOL
23
Lifecycle Timeline
Oct 19, 2021As of Sep 27, 2026
26Active · Apr 30, 2029
25EOL · Jun 1, 2026
24Active · Apr 30, 2028
23EOL · Jun 1, 2025
22Security · Apr 30, 2027
21EOL · Jun 1, 2024
20EOL · Apr 30, 2026
19EOL · Jun 1, 2023
18EOL · Apr 30, 2025
17EOL · Jun 1, 2022
ActiveSecurityEOLHistorical phase unknown
Bars show history up to the snapshot date. Gray intervals lack dated support boundaries; arrows indicate an unannounced EOL date, not a support guarantee.
Versions
| Release | Release Date | Active Support | EOL | Latest Version | LTS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | May 5, 2026 | Oct 27, 2027 | Apr 30, 2029 | 26.10.0 | 2026-10-28 | Active |
| 25 | Oct 15, 2025 | Apr 1, 2026 | Jun 1, 2026 | 25.9.0 | No | EOL |
| 24 | May 6, 2025 | Oct 20, 2026 | Apr 30, 2028 | 24.21.0 | 2025-10-28 | Active |
| 23 | Oct 16, 2024 | Apr 1, 2025 | Jun 1, 2025 | 23.11.1 | No | EOL |
| 22 | Apr 24, 2024 | Oct 21, 2025 | Apr 30, 2027 | 22.23.3 | 2024-10-29 | Security |
| 21 | Oct 17, 2023 | Apr 1, 2024 | Jun 1, 2024 | 21.7.3 | No | EOL |
| 20 | Apr 18, 2023 | Oct 22, 2024 | Apr 30, 2026 | 20.20.2 | 2023-10-24 | EOL |
| 19 | Oct 18, 2022 | Apr 1, 2023 | Jun 1, 2023 | 19.9.0 | No | EOL |
| 18 | Apr 19, 2022 | Oct 18, 2023 | Apr 30, 2025 | 18.20.8 | 2022-10-25 | EOL |
| 17 | Oct 19, 2021 | Apr 1, 2022 | Jun 1, 2022 | 17.9.1 | No | EOL |
| 16 | Apr 20, 2021 | Oct 18, 2022 | Sep 11, 2023 | 16.20.2 | 2021-10-26 | EOL |
| 15 | Oct 20, 2020 | Apr 1, 2021 | Jun 1, 2021 | 15.14.0 | No | EOL |
| 14 | Apr 21, 2020 | Oct 19, 2021 | Apr 30, 2023 | 14.21.3 | 2020-10-27 | EOL |
| 13 | Oct 22, 2019 | Apr 1, 2020 | Jun 1, 2020 | 13.14.0 | No | EOL |
| 12 | Apr 23, 2019 | Oct 20, 2020 | Apr 30, 2022 | 12.22.12 | 2019-10-21 | EOL |
| 11 | Oct 23, 2018 | Apr 1, 2019 | Jun 30, 2019 | 11.15.0 | No | EOL |
| 10 | Apr 24, 2018 | May 19, 2020 | Apr 30, 2021 | 10.24.1 | 2018-10-30 | EOL |
| 9 | Oct 31, 2017 | Jun 30, 2018 | Jun 30, 2018 | 9.11.2 | No | EOL |
| 8 | May 30, 2017 | Jan 1, 2019 | Dec 31, 2019 | 8.17.0 | 2017-10-31 | EOL |
| 7 | Oct 25, 2016 | Jun 30, 2017 | Jun 30, 2017 | 7.10.1 | No | EOL |
| 6 | Apr 26, 2016 | Apr 30, 2018 | Apr 30, 2019 | 6.17.1 | 2016-10-18 | EOL |
| 5 | Oct 30, 2015 | Jun 30, 2016 | Jun 30, 2016 | 5.12.0 | No | EOL |
| 4 | Sep 9, 2015 | Apr 1, 2017 | Apr 30, 2018 | 4.9.1 | 2015-10-01 | EOL |
| 3 | Aug 4, 2015 | Ended | Ended; date not announced | 3.3.1 | No | EOL |
| 2 | May 4, 2015 | Ended | Ended; date not announced | 2.5.0 | No | EOL |
| 1 | Jan 20, 2015 | Ended | Ended; date not announced | 1.8.4 | No | EOL |
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Which versions of Node.js have reached end of life?
The following Node.js versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 25, 23, 21, 20, 19, 18, 17, 16 (and 15 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Node.js 25?
Node.js 25 has reached end of life and no longer receives security patches or bug fixes. Continuing to use it may expose your systems to known vulnerabilities. We strongly recommend upgrading to a supported version.
What is the latest version of Node.js?
The latest version of Node.js is 26.10.0, released in the 26 release cycle.
How many versions of Node.js are currently supported?
Node.js currently has 3 actively supported version(s): 26, 24, 22.
When does Node.js 26 reach end of life?
Node.js 26 is scheduled to reach end of life on Apr 30, 2029.
What should I do when Node.js reaches end of life?
When a Node.js version reaches end of life, you should: 1) Plan your migration to a supported version as soon as possible. 2) Review the release notes for breaking changes. 3) Test your applications thoroughly in a staging environment. 4) Update your dependencies to ensure compatibility with the new version.