Alpine Linux 2.1 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Alpine Linux 2.1 reached end of life on 1 Nov 2012. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Alpine Linux release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 30 Dec 2009 | — |
| End of life | 1 Nov 2012 | 13.8 years ago |
| Latest release | 2.1.6 · 23 Mar 2011 | final |
Where to go from 2.1
Recommended target: Alpine Linux 3.24 (supported until 1 Jun 2028).
The newest actively supported branch is Alpine Linux 3.24 (latest release 3.24.1).
Frequently asked questions
Is Alpine Linux 2.1 still safe to use?
Alpine Linux 2.1 reached end of life on 1 Nov 2012, 5,029 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Alpine Linux 2.1?
Yes — the final release (2.1.6) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Alpine Linux 2.1 to?
Upgrade to Alpine Linux 3.24, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 1 Jun 2028).