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RubyEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status
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Programming LanguagesLatest Version: 3.4.11Latest Release: Sep 23, 2026
Ruby is a dynamic, open-source programming language focused on simplicity and productivity, known for the Ruby on Rails framework.
Support summary
Ruby currently has supported cycles. Track the next EOL date and validate upgrades before your change window.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
Mar 31, 2027
Ruby 3.3 · 185 days left
Supported cycles
3
0 lts
Versions
15
Latest Version
3.4.11
Active Support
3
EOL
12
Lifecycle Timeline
Dec 23, 2016As of Sep 27, 2026
4.0Active · Mar 31, 2029
3.4Active · Mar 31, 2028
3.3Active · Mar 31, 2027
3.2EOL · Mar 31, 2026
3.1EOL · Mar 26, 2025
3.0EOL · Apr 23, 2024
2.7EOL · Mar 31, 2023
2.6EOL · Mar 31, 2022
2.5EOL · Mar 31, 2021
2.4EOL · Mar 31, 2020
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 | Dec 25, 2025 | Maintained | Mar 31, 2029 | 4.0.7 | No | Active |
| 3.4 | Dec 24, 2024 | Maintained | Mar 31, 2028 | 3.4.11 | No | Active |
| 3.3 | Dec 25, 2023 | Maintained | Mar 31, 2027 | 3.3.12 | No | Active |
| 3.2 | Dec 25, 2022 | Ended | Mar 31, 2026 | 3.2.11 | No | EOL |
| 3.1 | Dec 25, 2021 | Ended | Mar 26, 2025 | 3.1.7 | No | EOL |
| 3.0 | Dec 25, 2020 | Ended | Apr 23, 2024 | 3.0.7 | No | EOL |
| 2.7 | Dec 25, 2019 | Ended | Mar 31, 2023 | 2.7.8 | No | EOL |
| 2.6 | Dec 25, 2018 | Ended | Mar 31, 2022 | 2.6.10 | No | EOL |
| 2.5 | Dec 25, 2017 | Ended | Mar 31, 2021 | 2.5.9 | No | EOL |
| 2.4 | Dec 23, 2016 | Ended | Mar 31, 2020 | 2.4.10 | No | EOL |
| 2.3 | Dec 24, 2015 | Ended | Mar 31, 2019 | 2.3.8 | No | EOL |
| 2.2 | Dec 25, 2014 | Ended | Mar 31, 2018 | 2.2.10 | No | EOL |
| 2.1 | Dec 25, 2013 | Ended | Mar 31, 2017 | 2.1.10 | No | EOL |
| 2.0.0 | Feb 24, 2013 | Ended | Feb 24, 2016 | 2.0.0p648 | No | EOL |
| 1.9.3 | Oct 30, 2011 | Ended | Feb 23, 2015 | 1.9.3p551 | No | EOL |
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Which versions of Ruby have reached end of life?
The following Ruby versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 3.2, 3.1, 3.0, 2.7, 2.6, 2.5, 2.4, 2.3 (and 4 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Ruby 3.2?
Ruby 3.2 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 Ruby?
The latest version of Ruby is 3.4.11, released in the 3.4 release cycle.
How many versions of Ruby are currently supported?
Ruby currently has 3 actively supported version(s): 4.0, 3.4, 3.3.
When does Ruby 4.0 reach end of life?
Ruby 4.0 is scheduled to reach end of life on Mar 31, 2029.
What should I do when Ruby reaches end of life?
When a Ruby 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.