Freedesktop SDK 23.08 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Freedesktop SDK 23.08 reached end of life on 6 Sept 2025. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Freedesktop SDK release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 6 Sept 2023 | — |
| End of life | 6 Sept 2025 | 0.9 years ago |
| Latest release | 23.08.34 · 29 Sept 2025 | final |
Where to go from 23.08
Recommended target: Freedesktop SDK 25.08 (supported until 1 Sept 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Freedesktop SDK 25.08 (latest release 25.08.15).
Frequently asked questions
Is Freedesktop SDK 23.08 still safe to use?
Freedesktop SDK 23.08 reached end of life on 6 Sept 2025, 337 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Freedesktop SDK 23.08?
Yes — the final release (23.08.34) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Freedesktop SDK 23.08 to?
Upgrade to Freedesktop SDK 25.08, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 1 Sept 2027).