Vitess 16 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Vitess 16 reached end of life on 28 Feb 2024. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Vitess release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 28 Feb 2023 | 3y 7mo ago |
| Support ended | 28 Feb 2024 | 2y 7mo ago |
| Latest release | 16.0.7 · 20 Dec 2023 | final |
Where to go from 16
Recommended target: Vitess 24 (supported until 30 Apr 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Vitess 24 (latest release 24.0.4).
Frequently asked questions
Is Vitess 16 still safe to use?
Vitess 16 reached end of life on 28 Feb 2024, 950 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Vitess 16?
Yes — the final release (16.0.7) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Vitess 16 to?
Upgrade to Vitess 24, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Apr 2027).