OpenSSL 3.3 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
OpenSSL 3.3 reached end of life on 9 Apr 2026. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the OpenSSL release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 9 Apr 2024 | — |
| End of life | 9 Apr 2026 | 0.3 years ago |
| Latest release | 3.3.7 · 7 Apr 2026 | final |
Where to go from 3.3
Recommended target: OpenSSL 4.0 (supported until 14 May 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is OpenSSL 4.0 (latest release 4.0.1).
Frequently asked questions
Is OpenSSL 3.3 still safe to use?
OpenSSL 3.3 reached end of life on 9 Apr 2026, 122 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download OpenSSL 3.3?
Yes — the final release (3.3.7) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade OpenSSL 3.3 to?
Upgrade to OpenSSL 4.0, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 14 May 2027).