Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2006 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2006 reached end of life on 17 Dec 2021. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 17 Jun 2020 | 6y 4mo ago |
| Active Support ended | 17 Dec 2020 | security fixes only after this |
| Security Support ended | 17 Dec 2021 | 4y 10mo ago |
| Latest release | 2006 · 17 Jun 2020 | final |
Where to go from 2006
Recommended target: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2607 (supported until 17 Aug 2029).
The newest actively supported branch is Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2607 (latest release 2607).
Frequently asked questions
Is Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2006 still safe to use?
Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2006 reached end of life on 17 Dec 2021, 1,753 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2006?
Yes — the final release (2006) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2006 to?
Upgrade to Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2607, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 17 Aug 2029).