Angular 12 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Angular 12 reached end of life on 12 Nov 2022. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Angular release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 13 May 2021 | — |
| End of life | 12 Nov 2022 | 3.7 years ago |
| Active support ended | 12 Nov 2021 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 12.2.17 · 22 Nov 2022 | final |
Where to go from 12
Recommended target: Angular 22 (supported until 30 Jun 2028).
The newest actively supported branch is Angular 22 (latest release 22.1.1).
Frequently asked questions
Is Angular 12 still safe to use?
Angular 12 reached end of life on 12 Nov 2022, 1,366 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Angular 12?
Yes — the final release (12.2.17) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Angular 12 to?
Upgrade to Angular 22, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Jun 2028).