WordPress 4.8 end of life (EOL) date and support status
End of life End of life since 2017-11-16 (3248 days ago)
Upgrade: WordPress 4.8 no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: 7.1.
| Product | WordPress |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 4.8 |
| Status | End of life |
| Released | 2017-06-08 |
| Active support until | — |
| End of life | 2017-11-16 |
| Latest version | 4.8.33 (2026-10-06) |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is WordPress 4.8 end of life?
Yes. End of life since 2017-11-16 (3248 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.
When does WordPress 4.8 reach end of life?
WordPress 4.8 reached end of life on 2017-11-16.
When was WordPress 4.8 released?
WordPress 4.8 was first released on 2017-06-08.
What is the latest WordPress 4.8 version?
The latest 4.8 release is 4.8.33, published on 2026-10-06.
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