Moodle 3.8 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Moodle 3.8 reached end of life on 10 May 2021. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Moodle release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 16 Nov 2019 | — |
| End of life | 10 May 2021 | 5.3 years ago |
| Active support ended | 9 Nov 2020 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 3.8.9 · 8 May 2021 | final |
Where to go from 3.8
Recommended target: Moodle 5.2 (supported until 4 Oct 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Moodle 5.2 (latest release 5.2.2).
Frequently asked questions
Is Moodle 3.8 still safe to use?
Moodle 3.8 reached end of life on 10 May 2021, 1,917 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Moodle 3.8?
Yes — the final release (3.8.9) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Moodle 3.8 to?
Upgrade to Moodle 5.2, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 4 Oct 2027).