Vitess 18 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Vitess 18 reached end of life on 7 Nov 2024. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Vitess release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 6 Nov 2023 | — |
| End of life | 7 Nov 2024 | 1.8 years ago |
| Latest release | 18.0.8 · 6 Nov 2024 | final |
Where to go from 18
Recommended target: Vitess 24 (supported until 7 May 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Vitess 24 (latest release 24.0.2).
Frequently asked questions
Is Vitess 18 still safe to use?
Vitess 18 reached end of life on 7 Nov 2024, 640 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Vitess 18?
Yes — the final release (18.0.8) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Vitess 18 to?
Upgrade to Vitess 24, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 7 May 2027).