Erlang 24 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Erlang 24 reached end of life on 10 May 2024. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Erlang release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 10 May 2021 | — |
| End of life | 10 May 2024 | 2.2 years ago |
| Active support ended | 17 May 2022 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 24.3.4.17 · 8 Apr 2024 | final |
Where to go from 24
Recommended target: Erlang 29 (supported until 11 May 2029).
The newest actively supported branch is Erlang 29 (latest release 29.0.5).
Frequently asked questions
Is Erlang 24 still safe to use?
Erlang 24 reached end of life on 10 May 2024, 821 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Erlang 24?
Yes — the final release (24.3.4.17) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Erlang 24 to?
Upgrade to Erlang 29, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 11 May 2029).