Vitess 22 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Vitess 22 reached end of life on 29 Apr 2026. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Vitess release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 29 Apr 2025 | — |
| End of life | 29 Apr 2026 | 0.3 years ago |
| Latest release | 22.0.4 · 26 Feb 2026 | final |
Where to go from 22
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 22 still safe to use?
Vitess 22 reached end of life on 29 Apr 2026, 102 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Vitess 22?
Yes — the final release (22.0.4) 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 22 to?
Upgrade to Vitess 24, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 7 May 2027).