Laravel 9 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Laravel 9 reached end of life on 6 Feb 2024. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Laravel release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 8 Feb 2022 | 4y 8mo ago |
| Active Support ended | 8 Aug 2023 | security fixes only after this |
| Security Support ended | 6 Feb 2024 | 2y 8mo ago |
| Latest release | 9.52.22 · 11 Aug 2026 | final |
Where to go from 9
Recommended target: Laravel 13 (supported until 17 Mar 2028).
The newest actively supported branch is Laravel 13 (latest release 13.34.0).
Frequently asked questions
Is Laravel 9 still safe to use?
Laravel 9 reached end of life on 6 Feb 2024, 972 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Laravel 9?
Yes — the final release (9.52.22) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Laravel 9 to?
Upgrade to Laravel 13, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 17 Mar 2028).