Perl 5.38 end of life (EOL) date and support status
End of life End of life since 2026-07-02 (98 days ago)
Upgrade: Perl 5.38 no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: 5.44, 5.42, 5.40.
| Product | Perl |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 5.38 |
| Status | End of life |
| Released | 2023-07-02 |
| Active support until | 2025-07-03 |
| End of life | 2026-07-02 |
| Latest version | 5.38.5 (2025-08-03) |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Perl 5.38 end of life?
Yes. End of life since 2026-07-02 (98 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.
When does Perl 5.38 reach end of life?
Perl 5.38 reached end of life on 2026-07-02.
When was Perl 5.38 released?
Perl 5.38 was first released on 2023-07-02.
What is the latest Perl 5.38 version?
The latest 5.38 release is 5.38.5, published on 2025-08-03.
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