NVIDIA Driver r565-linux End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
NVIDIA Driver r565-linux reached end of life on 1 Oct 2025. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the NVIDIA Driver release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 29 Oct 2024 | — |
| End of life | 1 Oct 2025 | 0.9 years ago |
| Latest release | 565.57.01 · 29 Oct 2024 | final |
Where to go from r565-linux
Recommended target: NVIDIA Driver r610-windows (supported until 3 Aug 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is NVIDIA Driver r610-windows (latest release 610.88).
Frequently asked questions
Is NVIDIA Driver r565-linux still safe to use?
NVIDIA Driver r565-linux reached end of life on 1 Oct 2025, 312 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download NVIDIA Driver r565-linux?
Yes — the final release (565.57.01) 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 r565-linux to?
Upgrade to NVIDIA Driver r610-windows, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 3 Aug 2027).