FreeBSD 13.5 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
FreeBSD 13.5 reached end of life on 30 Apr 2026. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the FreeBSD release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 11 Mar 2025 | — |
| End of life | 30 Apr 2026 | 0.3 years ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 13.5
Recommended target: FreeBSD 15.1 (supported until 31 Mar 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is FreeBSD 15.1 (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is FreeBSD 13.5 still safe to use?
FreeBSD 13.5 reached end of life on 30 Apr 2026, 101 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download FreeBSD 13.5?
Yes — the final release (13.5) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade FreeBSD 13.5 to?
Upgrade to FreeBSD 15.1, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 31 Mar 2027).