CockroachDB 25.3 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
CockroachDB 25.3 reached end of life on 4 Feb 2026. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the CockroachDB release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 4 Aug 2025 | — |
| End of life | 4 Feb 2026 | 0.5 years ago |
| Latest release | 25.3.7 · 7 Jan 2026 | final |
Where to go from 25.3
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 25.3 still safe to use?
CockroachDB 25.3 reached end of life on 4 Feb 2026, 186 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download CockroachDB 25.3?
Yes — the final release (25.3.7) 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 25.3 to?
Upgrade to CockroachDB 26.2, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 27 Oct 2027).