Bitcoin Core 26 end of life (EOL) date and support status
End of life End of life since 2025-04-14 (542 days ago)
Upgrade: Bitcoin Core 26 no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: 31, 30, 29.
| Product | Bitcoin Core |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 26 |
| Status | End of life |
| Released | 2023-12-06 |
| Active support until | — |
| End of life | 2025-04-14 |
| Latest version | 26.2 (2024-07-11) |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
All Bitcoin Core versions → · Source: endoflife.date
Frequently asked questions
Is Bitcoin Core 26 end of life?
Yes. End of life since 2025-04-14 (542 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.
When does Bitcoin Core 26 reach end of life?
Bitcoin Core 26 reached end of life on 2025-04-14.
When was Bitcoin Core 26 released?
Bitcoin Core 26 was first released on 2023-12-06.
What is the latest Bitcoin Core 26 version?
The latest 26 release is 26.2, published on 2024-07-11.
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