Glasgow Haskell Compiler (GHC) 8.8 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Glasgow Haskell Compiler (GHC) 8.8 reached end of life on —. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Glasgow Haskell Compiler (GHC) release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 25 Aug 2019 | — |
| End of life | — | years ago |
| Latest release | 8.8.4 · 15 Jul 2020 | final |
Where to go from 8.8
Recommended target: Glasgow Haskell Compiler (GHC) 9.14.
The newest actively supported branch is Glasgow Haskell Compiler (GHC) 9.14 (latest release 9.14.1).
Frequently asked questions
Is Glasgow Haskell Compiler (GHC) 8.8 still safe to use?
Glasgow Haskell Compiler (GHC) 8.8 reached end of life on —, 0 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Glasgow Haskell Compiler (GHC) 8.8?
Yes — the final release (8.8.4) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Glasgow Haskell Compiler (GHC) 8.8 to?
Upgrade to Glasgow Haskell Compiler (GHC) 9.14, the newest actively supported branch.