Vitess 18 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Vitess 18 reached end of life on 7 Nov 2024. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Vitess release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 6 Nov 2023 | 2y 11mo ago |
| Support ended | 7 Nov 2024 | 1y 11mo ago |
| Latest release | 18.0.8 · 6 Nov 2024 | final |
Where to go from 18
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 18 still safe to use?
Vitess 18 reached end of life on 7 Nov 2024, 697 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Vitess 18?
Yes — the final release (18.0.8) 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 18 to?
Upgrade to Vitess 24, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Apr 2027).