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Proxmox VEEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status
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Cloud & PlatformsLatest Version: 9.2Latest Release: May 21, 2026
Proxmox VE is an open-source server virtualization management platform for KVM and LXC containers.
Support summary
Proxmox VE 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
No announced EOL date is currently listed.
Supported cycles
1
0 lts
Versions
9
Latest Version
9.2
Active Support
1
EOL
8
Lifecycle Timeline
Oct 29, 2008As of Sep 27, 2026
9Active · Date not announced
8EOL · Aug 31, 2026
7EOL · Jul 31, 2024
6EOL · Sep 30, 2022
5EOL · Jul 31, 2020
4EOL · Jun 30, 2018
3EOL · Feb 28, 2017
2EOL · May 31, 2014
1EOL · Jan 31, 2013
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Aug 5, 2025 | Maintained | Date not announced | 9.2 | No | Active |
| 8 | Jun 22, 2023 | Ended | Aug 31, 2026 | 8.4 | No | EOL |
| 7 | Jul 6, 2021 | Ended | Jul 31, 2024 | 7.4 | No | EOL |
| 6 | Jul 16, 2019 | Ended | Sep 30, 2022 | 6.4 | No | EOL |
| 5 | Jul 4, 2017 | Ended | Jul 31, 2020 | 5.4 | No | EOL |
| 4 | Oct 6, 2015 | Ended | Jun 30, 2018 | 4.4 | No | EOL |
| 3 | May 24, 2013 | Ended | Feb 28, 2017 | 3.4 | No | EOL |
| 2 | Mar 30, 2012 | Ended | May 31, 2014 | 2.3 | No | EOL |
| 1 | Oct 29, 2008 | Ended | Jan 31, 2013 | 1.9 | No | EOL |
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<a href="https://eol.wiki/proxmox-ve/"><img src="https://eol.wiki/badge/proxmox-ve.svg" alt="Proxmox VE end-of-life status" height="20"></a>Frequently Asked Questions
Which versions of Proxmox VE have reached end of life?
The following Proxmox VE versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Proxmox VE 8?
Proxmox VE 8 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 Proxmox VE?
The latest version of Proxmox VE is 9.2, released in the 9 release cycle.
How many versions of Proxmox VE are currently supported?
Proxmox VE currently has 1 actively supported version(s): 9.
When does Proxmox VE 9 reach end of life?
Proxmox VE 9 does not have a specific end-of-life date announced yet.
What should I do when Proxmox VE reaches end of life?
When a Proxmox VE 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.