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Erlang
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Erlang is a programming language and runtime system for building massively scalable, highly available systems.
Versions
12
Latest Version
28.3.1
Active Support
1
EOL
9
Lifecycle Timeline
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Versions
| Release | Release Date | Active Support | EOL | Latest Version | LTS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | May 20, 2025 | Yes | May 20, 2028 | 28.3.1 | No | Active |
| 27 | May 17, 2024 | May 20, 2025 | May 20, 2027 | 27.3.4.7 | No | Security |
| 26 | May 15, 2023 | May 17, 2024 | May 15, 2026 | 26.2.5.16 | No | Security |
| 25 | May 17, 2022 | May 15, 2023 | May 17, 2025 | 25.3.2.21 | No | EOL |
| 24 | May 10, 2021 | May 17, 2022 | May 10, 2024 | 24.3.4.17 | No | EOL |
| 23 | May 11, 2020 | May 10, 2021 | Jun 5, 2023 | 23.3.4.20 | No | EOL |
| 22 | May 10, 2019 | May 11, 2020 | May 10, 2022 | 22.3.4.27 | No | EOL |
| 21 | Jun 19, 2018 | May 10, 2019 | Jun 19, 2021 | 21.3.8.24 | No | EOL |
| 20 | Jun 21, 2017 | Jun 19, 2018 | Jun 21, 2020 | 20.3.8.26 | No | EOL |
| 19 | Jun 21, 2016 | Jun 21, 2017 | Jun 21, 2019 | 19.3.6.13 | No | EOL |
| 18 | Jun 23, 2015 | Jun 21, 2016 | Nov 9, 2018 | 18.3.4.11 | No | EOL |
| 17 | Apr 7, 2014 | Jun 23, 2015 | Oct 11, 2018 | 17.5.6.10 | No | EOL |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which versions of Erlang have reached end of life?
The following Erlang versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 25, 24, 23, 22, 21, 20, 19, 18 (and 1 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Erlang 25?
Erlang 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 Erlang?
The latest version of Erlang is 28.3.1, released in the 28 release cycle.
How many versions of Erlang are currently supported?
Erlang currently has 3 actively supported version(s): 28, 27, 26.
When does Erlang 28 reach end of life?
Erlang 28 is scheduled to reach end of life on May 20, 2028.
What should I do when Erlang reaches end of life?
When a Erlang 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.