Drupal 9.4 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Drupal 9.4 reached end of life on 21 Jun 2023. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Drupal release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 15 Jun 2022 | — |
| End of life | 21 Jun 2023 | 3.1 years ago |
| Active support ended | 14 Dec 2022 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 9.4.15 · 3 May 2023 | final |
Where to go from 9.4
Recommended target: Drupal 11.4 (supported until 7 Jul 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Drupal 11.4 (latest release 11.4.5).
Frequently asked questions
Is Drupal 9.4 still safe to use?
Drupal 9.4 reached end of life on 21 Jun 2023, 1,145 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Drupal 9.4?
Yes — the final release (9.4.15) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Drupal 9.4 to?
Upgrade to Drupal 11.4, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 7 Jul 2027).