ROS 2 foxy End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
ROS 2 foxy reached end of life on 20 Jun 2023. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the ROS 2 release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 5 Jun 2020 | — |
| End of life | 20 Jun 2023 | 3.1 years ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from foxy
Recommended target: ROS 2 lyrical (supported until 31 May 2031).
The newest actively supported branch is ROS 2 lyrical (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is ROS 2 foxy still safe to use?
ROS 2 foxy reached end of life on 20 Jun 2023, 1,146 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download ROS 2 foxy?
Yes — the final release (foxy) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade ROS 2 foxy to?
Upgrade to ROS 2 lyrical, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 31 May 2031).