CockroachDB 21.1 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
CockroachDB 21.1 reached end of life on 18 Nov 2022. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the CockroachDB release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 18 May 2021 | — |
| End of life | 18 Nov 2022 | 3.7 years ago |
| Active support ended | 18 May 2022 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 21.1.21 · 8 Aug 2022 | final |
Where to go from 21.1
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 21.1 still safe to use?
CockroachDB 21.1 reached end of life on 18 Nov 2022, 1,360 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download CockroachDB 21.1?
Yes — the final release (21.1.21) 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 21.1 to?
Upgrade to CockroachDB 26.2, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 27 Oct 2027).