Backdrop 1.29 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
End of Life
Backdrop 1.29 reached end of life on 15 May 2025. It no longer receives security fixes.
451 days without security patches
Recommended action: upgrade to Backdrop 1.34. Support timeline
Official dates from the Backdrop release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 15 Sept 2024 | — |
| End of life | 15 May 2025 | 1.2 years ago |
| Latest release | 1.29.5 · 20 Mar 2025 | final |
Where to go from 1.29
Recommended target: Backdrop 1.34.
The newest actively supported branch is Backdrop 1.34 (latest release 1.34.3).
Frequently asked questions
Is Backdrop 1.29 still safe to use?
Backdrop 1.29 reached end of life on 15 May 2025, 451 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Backdrop 1.29?
Yes — the final release (1.29.5) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Backdrop 1.29 to?
Upgrade to Backdrop 1.34, the newest actively supported branch.