Debian 10 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Debian 10 reached end of life on 10 Sept 2022. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Debian release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 6 Jul 2019 | — |
| End of life | 10 Sept 2022 | 3.9 years ago |
| Extended support ends | 30 Jun 2024 | over |
| Latest release | 10.13 · 10 Sept 2022 | final |
Where to go from 10
Recommended target: Debian 13 (supported until 9 Aug 2028).
The newest actively supported branch is Debian 13 (latest release 13.6).
Frequently asked questions
Is Debian 10 still safe to use?
Debian 10 reached end of life on 10 Sept 2022, 1,429 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Debian 10?
Yes — the final release (10.13) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Debian 10 to?
Upgrade to Debian 13, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 9 Aug 2028).