NixOS 16.03 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
NixOS 16.03 reached end of life on 30 Oct 2016. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the NixOS release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 31 Mar 2016 | — |
| End of life | 30 Oct 2016 | 9.8 years ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 16.03
Recommended target: NixOS 26.05 (supported until 31 Dec 2026).
The newest actively supported branch is NixOS 26.05 (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is NixOS 16.03 still safe to use?
NixOS 16.03 reached end of life on 30 Oct 2016, 3,570 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download NixOS 16.03?
Yes — the final release (16.03) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade NixOS 16.03 to?
Upgrade to NixOS 26.05, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 31 Dec 2026).