GitHub Actions Runner Images ubuntu-slim End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Supported
GitHub Actions Runner Images ubuntu-slim is actively supported. The vendor has not published an end-of-support date for this branch.
Support timeline
Official dates from the GitHub Actions Runner Images release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 22 Jan 2026 | 8mo ago |
| Latest release | — | current |
Frequently asked questions
When does GitHub Actions Runner Images ubuntu-slim reach end of life?
No end of life date has been announced for GitHub Actions Runner Images ubuntu-slim yet.
Is GitHub Actions Runner Images ubuntu-slim still supported?
Yes. GitHub Actions Runner Images ubuntu-slim is currently maintained. Latest release: —.
What happens when GitHub Actions Runner Images ubuntu-slim reaches end of life?
Security fixes stop. After — this branch receives no further updates under standard support.
How long do I have to upgrade from GitHub Actions Runner Images ubuntu-slim?
No end of life date has been announced yet.
All GitHub Actions Runner Images versions
ubuntu-26.04-arm64 supported ubuntu-26.04 supported windows-11-vs2026-arm64 supported windows-11-arm64 supported windows-2025-vs2026 supported macos-26 supported macos-26-arm64 supported ubuntu-slim supported windows-2025 supported macos-15-arm64 supported macos-15 supported ubuntu-22.04-arm64 supported ubuntu-24.04-arm64 supported ubuntu-24.04 supported macos-14-arm64 supported macos-14 supported macos-13 EOL 2025 ubuntu-22.04 supported macos-12 EOL 2024 windows-2022 supported ubuntu-20.04 EOL 2025