FreeBSD 10 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
FreeBSD 10 reached end of life on 31 Oct 2018. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the FreeBSD release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 20 Jan 2014 | 12y 8mo ago |
| Security Support ended | 31 Oct 2018 | 7y 11mo ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 10
Recommended target: FreeBSD 14.5 (supported until 30 Jun 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is FreeBSD 14.5 (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is FreeBSD 10 still safe to use?
FreeBSD 10 reached end of life on 31 Oct 2018, 2,896 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download FreeBSD 10?
Yes — the final release (10) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade FreeBSD 10 to?
Upgrade to FreeBSD 14.5, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Jun 2027).