PHP 5.6 end of life (EOL) date and support status
End of life End of life since 2018-12-31 (2838 days ago)
Upgrade: PHP 5.6 no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: 8.5, 8.4, 8.3, 8.2.
| Product | PHP |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 5.6 |
| Status | End of life |
| Released | 2014-08-28 |
| Active support until | 2017-01-19 |
| End of life | 2018-12-31 |
| Latest version | 5.6.40 (2019-01-10) |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is PHP 5.6 end of life?
Yes. End of life since 2018-12-31 (2838 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.
When does PHP 5.6 reach end of life?
PHP 5.6 reached end of life on 2018-12-31.
When was PHP 5.6 released?
PHP 5.6 was first released on 2014-08-28.
What is the latest PHP 5.6 version?
The latest 5.6 release is 5.6.40, published on 2019-01-10.
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