Fedora Linux 4 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Fedora Linux 4 reached end of life on 7 Aug 2006. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Fedora Linux release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 13 Jun 2005 | 21y 4mo ago |
| Security Support ended | 7 Aug 2006 | 20y 2mo ago |
| Latest release | 4 · 13 Jun 2005 | final |
Where to go from 4
Recommended target: Fedora Linux 44 (supported until 2 Jun 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Fedora Linux 44 (latest release 44).
Frequently asked questions
Is Fedora Linux 4 still safe to use?
Fedora Linux 4 reached end of life on 7 Aug 2006, 7,364 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Fedora Linux 4?
Yes — the final release (4) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Fedora Linux 4 to?
Upgrade to Fedora Linux 44, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 2 Jun 2027).