Erlang 25 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Erlang 25 reached end of life on 17 May 2025. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Erlang release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 17 May 2022 | — |
| End of life | 17 May 2025 | 1.2 years ago |
| Active support ended | 15 May 2023 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 25.3.2.21 · 8 May 2025 | final |
Where to go from 25
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 25 still safe to use?
Erlang 25 reached end of life on 17 May 2025, 449 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Erlang 25?
Yes — the final release (25.3.2.21) 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 25 to?
Upgrade to Erlang 29, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 11 May 2029).