Vitess 13 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Vitess 13 reached end of life on 22 Feb 2023. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Vitess release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 22 Feb 2022 | — |
| End of life | 22 Feb 2023 | 3.5 years ago |
| Latest release | 13.0.3 · 1 Sept 2022 | final |
Where to go from 13
Recommended target: Vitess 24 (supported until 7 May 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Vitess 24 (latest release 24.0.2).
Frequently asked questions
Is Vitess 13 still safe to use?
Vitess 13 reached end of life on 22 Feb 2023, 1,264 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Vitess 13?
Yes — the final release (13.0.3) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Vitess 13 to?
Upgrade to Vitess 24, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 7 May 2027).