Perl 5.44 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Supported
Perl 5.44 is actively supported. It reaches end of life on 15 Jul 2029.
1,071 days of security support left
5.44.0 latest release
2% of this branch's supported lifetime has elapsed — 15 Jul 2026 → 15 Jul 2029.
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Support timeline
Official dates from the Perl release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 15 Jul 2026 | — |
| End of life (scheduled) | 15 Jul 2029 | in 1,071 days |
| Latest release | 5.44.0 · 15 Jul 2026 | current |
How much runway a newer branch buys
Perl 5.44 is the newest branch — this is the longest runway currently available.
Frequently asked questions
When does Perl 5.44 reach end of life?
Perl 5.44 reaches end of life on 15 Jul 2029 — 1,071 days from now. After that date it receives no security fixes.
Is Perl 5.44 still supported?
Yes. Perl 5.44 is currently maintained. Latest release: 5.44.0, published 15 Jul 2026.
What happens when Perl 5.44 reaches end of life?
Security fixes stop. After 15 Jul 2029 this branch receives no further updates under standard support.
How long do I have to upgrade from Perl 5.44?
1,071 days. This is already the newest branch, so this is the longest runway currently available.