HAProxy 2.5 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
HAProxy 2.5 reached end of life on 2 May 2023. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the HAProxy release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 23 Nov 2021 | — |
| End of life | 2 May 2023 | 3.3 years ago |
| Latest release | 2.5.14 · 2 May 2023 | final |
Where to go from 2.5
Recommended target: HAProxy 3.4 (supported until 1 Apr 2031).
The newest actively supported branch is HAProxy 3.4 (latest release 3.4.3).
Frequently asked questions
Is HAProxy 2.5 still safe to use?
HAProxy 2.5 reached end of life on 2 May 2023, 1,195 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download HAProxy 2.5?
Yes — the final release (2.5.14) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade HAProxy 2.5 to?
Upgrade to HAProxy 3.4, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 1 Apr 2031).