Wagtail 2.3 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Wagtail 2.3 reached end of life on 1 Feb 2020. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Wagtail release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 31 Oct 2018 | — |
| End of life | 1 Feb 2020 | 6.5 years ago |
| Latest release | 2.3 · 23 Oct 2018 | final |
Where to go from 2.3
Recommended target: Wagtail 7.4 (supported until 2 Nov 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Wagtail 7.4 (latest release 7.4.2).
Frequently asked questions
Is Wagtail 2.3 still safe to use?
Wagtail 2.3 reached end of life on 1 Feb 2020, 2,381 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Wagtail 2.3?
Yes — the final release (2.3) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Wagtail 2.3 to?
Upgrade to Wagtail 7.4, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 2 Nov 2027).