HAProxy 2.9 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
HAProxy 2.9 reached end of life on 21 Mar 2025. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the HAProxy release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 5 Dec 2023 | — |
| End of life | 21 Mar 2025 | 1.4 years ago |
| Latest release | 2.9.15 · 21 Mar 2025 | final |
Where to go from 2.9
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 2.9 still safe to use?
HAProxy 2.9 reached end of life on 21 Mar 2025, 506 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download HAProxy 2.9?
Yes — the final release (2.9.15) 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 2.9 to?
Upgrade to HAProxy 3.4, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 1 Apr 2031).