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Node.js 16 end of life (EOL) date and support status

End of life End of life since 2023-09-11 (1123 days ago)

Upgrade: Node.js 16 no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: 26, 24, 22.

ProductNode.js
Version cycle16
StatusEnd of life
Released2021-04-20
LTSsince 2021-10-26
Active support until2022-10-18
End of life2023-09-11
Latest version16.20.2 (2023-08-09)
Last verified2026-10-08

All Node.js versions → · Source: endoflife.date

Frequently asked questions

Is Node.js 16 end of life?

Yes. End of life since 2023-09-11 (1123 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.

When does Node.js 16 reach end of life?

Node.js 16 reached end of life on 2023-09-11.

When was Node.js 16 released?

Node.js 16 was first released on 2021-04-20.

What is the latest Node.js 16 version?

The latest 16 release is 16.20.2, published on 2023-08-09.

Is Node.js 16 an LTS release?

Yes, long-term support started on 2021-10-26.

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