WordPress 5.3 end of life (EOL) date and support status
End of life End of life since 2020-03-31 (2382 days ago)
Upgrade: WordPress 5.3 no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: 7.1.
| Product | WordPress |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 5.3 |
| Status | End of life |
| Released | 2019-11-12 |
| Active support until | — |
| End of life | 2020-03-31 |
| Latest version | 5.3.26 (2026-10-06) |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is WordPress 5.3 end of life?
Yes. End of life since 2020-03-31 (2382 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.
When does WordPress 5.3 reach end of life?
WordPress 5.3 reached end of life on 2020-03-31.
When was WordPress 5.3 released?
WordPress 5.3 was first released on 2019-11-12.
What is the latest WordPress 5.3 version?
The latest 5.3 release is 5.3.26, published on 2026-10-06.
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