Wagtail 6.3 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Wagtail 6.3 reached end of life on 1 May 2026. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Wagtail release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 1 Nov 2024 | — |
| End of life | 1 May 2026 | 0.3 years ago |
| Latest release | 6.3.8 · 3 Mar 2026 | final |
Where to go from 6.3
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 6.3 still safe to use?
Wagtail 6.3 reached end of life on 1 May 2026, 100 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Wagtail 6.3?
Yes — the final release (6.3.8) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Wagtail 6.3 to?
Upgrade to Wagtail 7.4, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 2 Nov 2027).