CentOS end-of-life dates and support status
As of 2026-10-08, none of the listed CentOS versions is supported.
| Version | Status | Released | Active support until | End of life | Latest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | End of life | 2019-09-24 | 2021-12-31 | 2021-12-31 | 8 (2111) |
| 7 | End of life | 2014-07-07 | 2020-08-06 | 2024-06-30 | 7 (2009) |
| 6 | End of life | 2011-07-10 | 2017-05-10 | 2020-11-30 | 6.10 |
| 5 | End of life | 2007-04-12 | 2014-01-31 | 2017-03-31 | 5.11 |
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 CentOS versions are still supported?
As of 2026-10-08, none of the listed CentOS versions is supported.
What is the latest CentOS version?
The newest CentOS release cycle is 8, whose latest version is 8 (2111) (2021-11-16).
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