Fedora Linux 7 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Fedora Linux 7 reached end of life on 13 Jun 2008. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Fedora Linux release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 31 May 2007 | 19y 4mo ago |
| Security Support ended | 13 Jun 2008 | 18y 4mo ago |
| Latest release | 7 · 31 May 2007 | final |
Where to go from 7
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 7 still safe to use?
Fedora Linux 7 reached end of life on 13 Jun 2008, 6,688 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Fedora Linux 7?
Yes — the final release (7) 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 7 to?
Upgrade to Fedora Linux 44, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 2 Jun 2027).