BIND 9 end-of-life dates and support status
As of 2026-10-08, the supported BIND 9 versions are 9.21, 9.20.
| Version | Status | Released | Active support until | End of life | Latest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.21 | Supported | 2024-08-13 | — | — | 9.21.26 |
| 9.20 LTS | Supported | 2024-07-08 | — | 2028-07-08 | 9.20.29 |
| 9.18 LTS | End of life | 2022-01-24 | — | 2026-06-30 | 9.18.50 |
| 9.16 LTS | End of life | 2020-02-12 | — | 2024-03-31 | 9.16.50 |
Status is computed from today's date. "Security fixes only" means active support has ended but security fixes continue until end of life. Source: endoflife.date · release policy. Verified 2026-10-08.
Frequently asked questions
Which BIND 9 versions are still supported?
As of 2026-10-08, the supported BIND 9 versions are 9.21, 9.20. Versions not listed are end of life and no longer receive security fixes.
What is the latest BIND 9 version?
The newest BIND 9 release cycle is 9.21, whose latest version is 9.21.26 (2026-09-03).
Which BIND 9 versions are LTS?
Long-term support versions still receiving fixes: 9.20.
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