ROS 2 galactic end of life (EOL) date and support status
End of life End of life since 2022-12-09 (1399 days ago)
Upgrade: ROS 2 galactic no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: lyrical, kilted, jazzy, humble.
| Product | ROS 2 |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | galactic Galactic Geochelone |
| Status | End of life |
| Released | 2021-05-23 |
| Active support until | — |
| End of life | 2022-12-09 |
| Latest version | — |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
All ROS 2 versions → · Source: endoflife.date
Frequently asked questions
Is ROS 2 galactic end of life?
Yes. End of life since 2022-12-09 (1399 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.
When does ROS 2 galactic reach end of life?
ROS 2 galactic reached end of life on 2022-12-09.
When was ROS 2 galactic released?
ROS 2 galactic was first released on 2021-05-23.
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