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Container-Optimized OS

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Operating Systems Latest Version: cos-125-19216-104-142 Latest Release: Feb 10, 2026

Container-Optimized OS (COS) is a Google-managed OS image optimized for running Docker containers on Google Cloud.

Versions

15

Latest Version

cos-125-19216-104-142

Active Support

4

EOL

11

Lifecycle Timeline

Today
cos-125
cos-125
cos-121
cos-121
cos-117
cos-117
cos-113
cos-113
cos-109
cos-109
cos-105
cos-105
cos-101
cos-101
cos-97
cos-97
cos-93
cos-93
cos-89
cos-89
Active SupportSecurity SupportEOL

Versions

ReleaseRelease DateActive SupportEOLLatest VersionLTSStatus
cos-125Oct 9, 2025-Sep 1, 2027cos-125-19216-104-142
Yes
Active
cos-121Apr 14, 2025-Mar 1, 2027cos-121-18867-294-116
Yes
Active
cos-117Oct 2, 2024-Sep 1, 2026cos-117-18613-439-120
Yes
Active
cos-113Apr 15, 2024-Mar 1, 2026cos-113-18244-582-2
Yes
Active
cos-109Sep 27, 2023-Sep 1, 2025cos-109-17800-570-50
Yes
EOL
cos-105Apr 3, 2023-Apr 1, 2025cos-105-17412-535-98
Yes
EOL
cos-101Sep 15, 2022-Sep 1, 2024cos-101-17162-528-64
Yes
EOL
cos-97Mar 29, 2022-Mar 1, 2024cos-97-16919-450-41
Yes
EOL
cos-93Oct 18, 2021-Oct 1, 2023cos-93-16623-461-42
Yes
EOL
cos-89Apr 7, 2021-Mar 1, 2023cos-89-16108-798-22
Yes
EOL
cos-85Sep 24, 2020-Sep 1, 2022cos-85-13310-1498-13
Yes
EOL
cos-81Mar 27, 2020-Sep 1, 2021cos-81-12871-1317-8
Yes
EOL
cos-77Sep 27, 2019-Apr 1, 2021cos-77-12371-1109-0
Yes
EOL
cos-73Mar 25, 2019-Jun 1, 2020cos-73-11647-656-0
Yes
EOL
cos-69Sep 18, 2018-Dec 1, 2019cos-69-10895-385-0
Yes
EOL

Frequently Asked Questions

Which versions of Container-Optimized OS have reached end of life?
The following Container-Optimized OS versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: cos-109, cos-105, cos-101, cos-97, cos-93, cos-89, cos-85, cos-81 (and 3 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Container-Optimized OS cos-109?
Container-Optimized OS cos-109 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 Container-Optimized OS?
The latest version of Container-Optimized OS is cos-125-19216-104-142, released in the cos-125 release cycle.
How many versions of Container-Optimized OS are currently supported?
Container-Optimized OS currently has 4 actively supported version(s): cos-125, cos-121, cos-117, cos-113.
When does Container-Optimized OS cos-125 reach end of life?
Container-Optimized OS cos-125 is scheduled to reach end of life on Sep 1, 2027.
What should I do when Container-Optimized OS reaches end of life?
When a Container-Optimized OS 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.