Node.js 2 End of Life
Support dates, vulnerabilities published since end of life, and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Node.js 2 reached end of life on —. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Node.js release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 4 May 2015 | — |
| End of life | — | years ago |
| Latest release | 2.5.0 · 28 Jul 2015 | final |
Where to go from 2
Recommended target: Node.js 26 (supported until 30 Apr 2029).
The newest actively supported branch is Node.js 26 (latest release 26.7.0). Review the Node.js changelog before upgrading. Run npx ls-engines to check package compatibility.
Frequently asked questions
Is Node.js 2 still safe to use?
No. Node.js 2 stopped receiving security fixes on —. Since then, 0 Node.js vulnerabilities have been published and fixed in supported branches — Node.js 2 received none of those fixes.
Can I still download Node.js 2?
Yes — the final release (2.5.0) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Node.js 2 to?
Upgrade to Node.js 26, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Apr 2029).