NixOS 18.03 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
NixOS 18.03 reached end of life on 30 Oct 2018. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the NixOS release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 4 Apr 2018 | — |
| End of life | 30 Oct 2018 | 7.8 years ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 18.03
Recommended target: NixOS 26.05 (supported until 31 Dec 2026).
The newest actively supported branch is NixOS 26.05 (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is NixOS 18.03 still safe to use?
NixOS 18.03 reached end of life on 30 Oct 2018, 2,840 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download NixOS 18.03?
Yes — the final release (18.03) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade NixOS 18.03 to?
Upgrade to NixOS 26.05, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 31 Dec 2026).