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NGINX
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Server Software Latest Version: 1.29.5 Latest Release: Feb 4, 2026
NGINX is a high-performance web server, reverse proxy, and load balancer powering a large portion of the internet.
Versions
21
Latest Version
1.29.5
Active Support
2
EOL
19
Lifecycle Timeline
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1.29
1.29
1.28
1.28
1.27
1.27
1.26
1.26
1.25
1.25
1.24
1.24
1.23
1.23
1.22
1.22
1.21
1.21
1.20
1.20
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Versions
| Release | Release Date | Active Support | EOL | Latest Version | LTS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.29 | Jun 24, 2025 | - | No | 1.29.5 | No | Active |
| 1.28 | Apr 23, 2025 | - | No | 1.28.2 | No | Active |
| 1.27 | May 28, 2024 | - | Jun 24, 2025 | 1.27.5 | No | EOL |
| 1.26 | Apr 23, 2024 | - | Apr 23, 2025 | 1.26.3 | No | EOL |
| 1.25 | May 23, 2023 | - | May 29, 2024 | 1.25.5 | No | EOL |
| 1.24 | Apr 11, 2023 | - | Apr 23, 2024 | 1.24.0 | No | EOL |
| 1.23 | Jun 21, 2022 | - | May 23, 2023 | 1.23.4 | No | EOL |
| 1.22 | May 24, 2022 | - | Apr 11, 2023 | 1.22.1 | No | EOL |
| 1.21 | May 25, 2021 | - | Jun 21, 2022 | 1.21.6 | No | EOL |
| 1.20 | Apr 20, 2021 | - | May 24, 2022 | 1.20.2 | No | EOL |
| 1.19 | May 26, 2020 | - | May 25, 2021 | 1.19.10 | No | EOL |
| 1.18 | Apr 21, 2020 | - | Apr 20, 2021 | 1.18.0 | No | EOL |
| 1.16 | Apr 23, 2019 | - | Apr 20, 2020 | 1.16.1 | No | EOL |
| 1.14 | Apr 17, 2018 | - | Apr 23, 2019 | 1.14.2 | No | EOL |
| 1.12 | Apr 12, 2017 | - | Apr 17, 2018 | 1.12.2 | No | EOL |
| 1.10 | Apr 26, 2016 | - | Apr 12, 2017 | 1.10.3 | No | EOL |
| 1.8 | Apr 21, 2015 | - | Apr 26, 2016 | 1.8.1 | No | EOL |
| 1.6 | Apr 24, 2014 | - | Apr 21, 2015 | 1.6.3 | No | EOL |
| 1.4 | Apr 24, 2013 | - | Apr 24, 2014 | 1.4.7 | No | EOL |
| 1.2 | Apr 23, 2012 | - | Apr 24, 2013 | 1.2.9 | No | EOL |
| 1.0 | Apr 12, 2011 | - | Apr 23, 2012 | 1.0.15 | No | EOL |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which versions of NGINX have reached end of life?
The following NGINX versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 1.27, 1.26, 1.25, 1.24, 1.23, 1.22, 1.21, 1.20 (and 11 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using NGINX 1.27?
NGINX 1.27 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 NGINX?
The latest version of NGINX is 1.29.5, released in the 1.29 release cycle.
How many versions of NGINX are currently supported?
NGINX currently has 2 actively supported version(s): 1.29, 1.28.
When does NGINX 1.29 reach end of life?
NGINX 1.29 does not have a specific end-of-life date announced yet.
What should I do when NGINX reaches end of life?
When a NGINX 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.