Linux Kernel 7.1 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Supported
Linux Kernel 7.1 is actively supported. The vendor has not published an end-of-support date for this branch.
7.1.7 latest release
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Support timeline
Official dates from the Linux Kernel release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 14 Jun 2026 | — |
| End of life (scheduled) | — | not announced |
| Latest release | 7.1.7 · 6 Aug 2026 | current |
Frequently asked questions
When does Linux Kernel 7.1 reach end of life?
No end-of-life date has been announced for Linux Kernel 7.1 yet.
Is Linux Kernel 7.1 still supported?
Yes. Linux Kernel 7.1 is currently maintained. Latest release: 7.1.7, published 6 Aug 2026.
What happens when Linux Kernel 7.1 reaches end of life?
Security fixes stop. After — this branch receives no further updates under standard support.
How long do I have to upgrade from Linux Kernel 7.1?
No end-of-life date has been announced yet.
All Linux Kernel versions
7.1 supported 7.0 EOL 2026 6.19 EOL 2026 6.18 supported 6.17 EOL 2025 6.16 EOL 2025 6.15 EOL 2025 6.14 EOL 2025 6.13 EOL 2025 6.12 supported 6.11 EOL 2024 6.10 EOL 2024 6.9 EOL 2024 6.8 EOL 2024 6.7 EOL 2024 6.6 supported 6.5 EOL 2023 6.4 EOL 2023 6.3 EOL 2023 6.2 EOL 2023 6.1 supported 6.0 EOL 2023 5.19 EOL 2022 5.18 EOL 2022 5.17 EOL 2022 5.16 EOL 2022 5.15 supported 5.14 EOL 2021 5.13 EOL 2021 5.12 EOL 2021 5.11 EOL 2021 5.10 supported 5.4 EOL 2025 4.19 EOL 2024 4.14 EOL 2024 4.9 EOL 2023