Blender 5.1 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Blender 5.1 reached end of life on 14 Jul 2026. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Blender release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 17 Mar 2026 | — |
| End of life | 14 Jul 2026 | 0.1 years ago |
| Latest release | 5.1.2 · 18 May 2026 | final |
Where to go from 5.1
Recommended target: Blender 5.2 (supported until 14 Jul 2028).
The newest actively supported branch is Blender 5.2 (latest release 5.2.0).
Frequently asked questions
Is Blender 5.1 still safe to use?
Blender 5.1 reached end of life on 14 Jul 2026, 26 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Blender 5.1?
Yes — the final release (5.1.2) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Blender 5.1 to?
Upgrade to Blender 5.2, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 14 Jul 2028).