Ubuntu 6.10 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Ubuntu 6.10 reached end of life on 26 Apr 2008. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Ubuntu release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 26 Oct 2006 | — |
| End of life | 26 Apr 2008 | 18.3 years ago |
| Active support ended | 26 Oct 2006 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 6.10 · 26 Oct 2006 | final |
Where to go from 6.10
Recommended target: Ubuntu 26.04 (supported until 30 Apr 2031).
The newest actively supported branch is Ubuntu 26.04 (latest release 26.04).
Frequently asked questions
Is Ubuntu 6.10 still safe to use?
Ubuntu 6.10 reached end of life on 26 Apr 2008, 6,679 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Ubuntu 6.10?
Yes — the final release (6.10) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Ubuntu 6.10 to?
Upgrade to Ubuntu 26.04, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Apr 2031).