NetBSD 9 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Supported
NetBSD 9 is actively supported. It reaches end of life on 30 Aug 2026.
21 days of security support left
9.4 latest release
99% of this branch's supported lifetime has elapsed — 14 Feb 2020 → 30 Aug 2026.
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Support timeline
Official dates from the NetBSD release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 14 Feb 2020 | — |
| End of life (scheduled) | 30 Aug 2026 | in 21 days |
| Active support ended | 28 Mar 2024 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 9.4 · 20 Apr 2024 | current |
How much runway a newer branch buys
NetBSD 9 is the newest branch — this is the longest runway currently available.
| Branch | End of life | Days left | vs 9 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NetBSD 9 | 30 Aug 2026 | 21 | this branch |
Frequently asked questions
When does NetBSD 9 reach end of life?
NetBSD 9 reaches end of life on 30 Aug 2026 — 21 days from now. After that date it receives no security fixes.
Is NetBSD 9 still supported?
Yes. NetBSD 9 is currently maintained. Latest release: 9.4, published 20 Apr 2024.
What happens when NetBSD 9 reaches end of life?
Security fixes stop. After 30 Aug 2026 this branch receives no further updates under standard support.
How long do I have to upgrade from NetBSD 9?
21 days. This is already the newest branch, so this is the longest runway currently available.