Drupal 9.5 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Drupal 9.5 reached end of life on 1 Nov 2023. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Drupal release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 15 Dec 2022 | — |
| End of life | 1 Nov 2023 | 2.8 years ago |
| Active support ended | 21 Jun 2023 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 9.5.11 · 19 Sept 2023 | final |
Where to go from 9.5
Recommended target: Drupal 11.4 (supported until 7 Jul 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Drupal 11.4 (latest release 11.4.5).
Frequently asked questions
Is Drupal 9.5 still safe to use?
Drupal 9.5 reached end of life on 1 Nov 2023, 1,012 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Drupal 9.5?
Yes — the final release (9.5.11) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Drupal 9.5 to?
Upgrade to Drupal 11.4, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 7 Jul 2027).