CockroachDB 2.1 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
CockroachDB 2.1 reached end of life on 30 Apr 2020. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the CockroachDB release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 30 Oct 2018 | — |
| End of life | 30 Apr 2020 | 6.3 years ago |
| Active support ended | 30 Oct 2019 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 2.1.11 · 22 Jan 2020 | final |
Where to go from 2.1
Recommended target: CockroachDB 26.2 (supported until 27 Oct 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is CockroachDB 26.2 (latest release 26.2.5).
Frequently asked questions
Is CockroachDB 2.1 still safe to use?
CockroachDB 2.1 reached end of life on 30 Apr 2020, 2,292 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download CockroachDB 2.1?
Yes — the final release (2.1.11) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade CockroachDB 2.1 to?
Upgrade to CockroachDB 26.2, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 27 Oct 2027).