Google Kubernetes Engine 1.20 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Google Kubernetes Engine 1.20 reached end of life on 1 Aug 2022. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Google Kubernetes Engine release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 9 Jun 2021 | — |
| End of life | 1 Aug 2022 | 4.0 years ago |
| Active support ended | 1 Dec 2021 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 1.20.15-gke.13700 · 18 Aug 2022 | final |
Where to go from 1.20
Recommended target: Google Kubernetes Engine 1.36 (supported until 9 Aug 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Google Kubernetes Engine 1.36 (latest release 1.36.2-gke.2281000).
Frequently asked questions
Is Google Kubernetes Engine 1.20 still safe to use?
Google Kubernetes Engine 1.20 reached end of life on 1 Aug 2022, 1,469 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Google Kubernetes Engine 1.20?
Yes — the final release (1.20.15-gke.13700) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Google Kubernetes Engine 1.20 to?
Upgrade to Google Kubernetes Engine 1.36, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 9 Aug 2027).