BIG-IP 16.0 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
BIG-IP 16.0 reached end of life on 7 Oct 2021. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the BIG-IP release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 16 Jul 2020 | — |
| End of life | 7 Oct 2021 | 4.8 years ago |
| Latest release | 16.0.1.1 · 2 Oct 2021 | final |
Where to go from 16.0
Recommended target: BIG-IP 21.1 (supported until 5 May 2029).
The newest actively supported branch is BIG-IP 21.1 (latest release 21.1.0).
Frequently asked questions
Is BIG-IP 16.0 still safe to use?
BIG-IP 16.0 reached end of life on 7 Oct 2021, 1,767 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download BIG-IP 16.0?
Yes — the final release (16.0.1.1) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade BIG-IP 16.0 to?
Upgrade to BIG-IP 21.1, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 5 May 2029).