Forgejo 12.0 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Forgejo 12.0 reached end of life on 16 Oct 2025. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Forgejo release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 17 Jul 2025 | — |
| End of life | 16 Oct 2025 | 0.8 years ago |
| Latest release | 12.0.4 · 19 Sept 2025 | final |
Where to go from 12.0
Recommended target: Forgejo 16.0 (supported until 29 Oct 2026).
The newest actively supported branch is Forgejo 16.0 (latest release 16.0.2).
Frequently asked questions
Is Forgejo 12.0 still safe to use?
Forgejo 12.0 reached end of life on 16 Oct 2025, 297 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Forgejo 12.0?
Yes — the final release (12.0.4) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Forgejo 12.0 to?
Upgrade to Forgejo 16.0, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 29 Oct 2026).