Go 1.26 End of Life
Support dates, the patch stream you lose at EOL, and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Supported
Go 1.26 is actively supported.
1.26.5 latest release
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Support timeline
Official dates from the Go release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 10 Feb 2026 | — |
| End of life (scheduled) | — | not announced |
| Latest release | 1.26.5 · 7 Jul 2026 | current |
Frequently asked questions
When does Go 1.26 reach end of life?
No end-of-life date has been announced for Go 1.26 yet.
Is Go 1.26 still supported?
Yes. Go 1.26 is currently maintained. Latest release: 1.26.5, published 7 Jul 2026.
What happens when Go 1.26 reaches end of life?
Security fixes stop. Over the last 12 months 48 Go vulnerabilities were published and patched across supported branches; once 1.26 is end of life, fixes at that rate no longer reach it.
How long do I have to upgrade from Go 1.26?
No end-of-life date has been announced yet.