Vitess 15 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Vitess 15 reached end of life on 25 Oct 2023. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Vitess release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 25 Oct 2022 | — |
| End of life | 25 Oct 2023 | 2.8 years ago |
| Latest release | 15.0.5 · 3 Oct 2023 | final |
Where to go from 15
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 15 still safe to use?
Vitess 15 reached end of life on 25 Oct 2023, 1,019 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Vitess 15?
Yes — the final release (15.0.5) 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 15 to?
Upgrade to Vitess 24, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 7 May 2027).