NVIDIA Driver r550-linux End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
NVIDIA Driver r550-linux reached end of life on 17 Apr 2025. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the NVIDIA Driver release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 23 Feb 2024 | 2y 7mo ago |
| Active Support ended | 1 Feb 2025 | security fixes only after this |
| Security Support ended | 17 Apr 2025 | 1y 6mo ago |
| Latest release | 550.163.01 · 17 Apr 2025 | final |
Where to go from r550-linux
Recommended target: NVIDIA Driver r615-windows (supported until 9 Sept 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is NVIDIA Driver r615-windows (latest release 616.92).
Frequently asked questions
Is NVIDIA Driver r550-linux still safe to use?
NVIDIA Driver r550-linux reached end of life on 17 Apr 2025, 536 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download NVIDIA Driver r550-linux?
Yes — the final release (550.163.01) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade NVIDIA Driver r550-linux to?
Upgrade to NVIDIA Driver r615-windows, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 9 Sept 2027).