Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 12.2 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 12.2 is actively supported. It reaches end of life on 30 Jul 2029.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 30 Jul 2026 | — |
| End of life (scheduled) | 30 Jul 2029 | in 1,086 days |
| Latest release | 12.2.2 · 30 Jul 2026 | current |
How much runway a newer branch buys
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 12.2 is the newest branch — this is the longest runway currently available.
| Branch | End of life | Days left | vs 12.2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 12.2 | 30 Jul 2029 | 1,086 | this branch |
| Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 12.1 | 28 Aug 2028 | 750 | -336 days |
| Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 11.2 | 2 May 2027 | 266 | -820 days |
| Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 11.1 | 3 May 2027 | 267 | -819 days |
Frequently asked questions
When does Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 12.2 reach end of life?
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 12.2 reaches end of life on 30 Jul 2029 — 1,086 days from now. After that date it receives no security fixes.
Is Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 12.2 still supported?
Yes. Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 12.2 is currently maintained. Latest release: 12.2.2, published 30 Jul 2026.
What happens when Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 12.2 reaches end of life?
Security fixes stop. After 30 Jul 2029 this branch receives no further updates under standard support.
How long do I have to upgrade from Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 12.2?
1,086 days. This is already the newest branch, so this is the longest runway currently available.