Wagtail 7.2 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Wagtail 7.2 reached end of life on 4 May 2026. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Wagtail release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 5 Nov 2025 | — |
| End of life | 4 May 2026 | 0.3 years ago |
| Active support ended | 2 Feb 2026 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 7.2.3 · 3 Mar 2026 | final |
Where to go from 7.2
Recommended target: Wagtail 7.4 (supported until 2 Nov 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Wagtail 7.4 (latest release 7.4.2).
Frequently asked questions
Is Wagtail 7.2 still safe to use?
Wagtail 7.2 reached end of life on 4 May 2026, 97 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Wagtail 7.2?
Yes — the final release (7.2.3) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Wagtail 7.2 to?
Upgrade to Wagtail 7.4, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 2 Nov 2027).