Docker Engine 25.0 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Supported
Docker Engine 25.0 is actively supported. It reaches end of life on 4 Dec 2026.
117 days of security support left
25.0.16 latest release
89% of this branch's supported lifetime has elapsed — 19 Jan 2024 → 4 Dec 2026.
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Support timeline
Official dates from the Docker Engine release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 19 Jan 2024 | — |
| End of life (scheduled) | 4 Dec 2026 | in 117 days |
| Latest release | 25.0.16 · 13 May 2026 | current |
How much runway a newer branch buys
Docker Engine 25.0 is the newest branch — this is the longest runway currently available.
| Branch | End of life | Days left | vs 25.0 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Docker Engine 25.0 | 4 Dec 2026 | 117 | this branch |
Frequently asked questions
When does Docker Engine 25.0 reach end of life?
Docker Engine 25.0 reaches end of life on 4 Dec 2026 — 117 days from now. After that date it receives no security fixes.
Is Docker Engine 25.0 still supported?
Yes. Docker Engine 25.0 is currently maintained. Latest release: 25.0.16, published 13 May 2026.
What happens when Docker Engine 25.0 reaches end of life?
Security fixes stop. After 4 Dec 2026 this branch receives no further updates under standard support.
How long do I have to upgrade from Docker Engine 25.0?
117 days. This is already the newest branch, so this is the longest runway currently available.
All Docker Engine versions
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