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GitHub Actions Runner ImagesEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status
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OtherLatest Version: ubuntu-26.04-arm64Latest Release: N/A
Support summary
GitHub Actions Runner Images macos-14-arm64 reaches EOL in 36 days. Start upgrade planning and compatibility testing now.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
Nov 2, 2026
GitHub Actions Runner Images macos-14-arm64 · 36 days left
Supported cycles
18
0 lts
Versions
21
Latest Version
ubuntu-26.04-arm64
Active Support
14
EOL
3
Lifecycle Timeline
Apr 10, 2025As of Sep 27, 2026
ubuntu-26.04-arm64Active · Date not announced
ubuntu-26.04Active · Date not announced
windows-11-vs2026-arm64Active · Date not announced
windows-11-arm64Active · Date not announced
windows-2025-vs2026Active · Date not announced
macos-26Active · Date not announced
macos-26-arm64Active · Date not announced
ubuntu-slimActive · Date not announced
windows-2025Active · Date not announced
macos-15-arm64Active · Date not announced
ActiveSecurityEOLHistorical phase unknown
Bars show history up to the snapshot date. Gray intervals lack dated support boundaries; arrows indicate an unannounced EOL date, not a support guarantee.
Versions
| Release | Release Date | Active Support | EOL | Latest Version | LTS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ubuntu-26.04-arm64 | Sep 17, 2026 | Maintained | Date not announced | ubuntu-26.04-arm64 | No | Active |
| ubuntu-26.04 | Sep 17, 2026 | Maintained | Date not announced | ubuntu-26.04 | No | Active |
| windows-11-vs2026-arm64 | Aug 20, 2026 | Maintained | Date not announced | windows-11-vs2026-arm64 | No | Active |
| windows-11-arm64 | Aug 20, 2026 | Maintained | Date not announced | windows-11-arm64 | No | Active |
| windows-2025-vs2026 | May 7, 2026 | Maintained | Date not announced | windows-2025-vs2026 | No | Active |
| macos-26 | Feb 26, 2026 | Maintained | Date not announced | macos-26 | No | Active |
| macos-26-arm64 | Feb 26, 2026 | Maintained | Date not announced | macos-26-arm64 | No | Active |
| ubuntu-slim | Jan 22, 2026 | Maintained | Date not announced | ubuntu-slim | No | Active |
| windows-2025 | Apr 10, 2025 | Maintained | Date not announced | windows-2025 | No | Active |
| macos-15-arm64 | Apr 10, 2025 | Maintained | Date not announced | macos-15-arm64 | No | Active |
| macos-15 | Apr 10, 2025 | Maintained | Date not announced | macos-15 | No | Active |
| ubuntu-22.04-arm64 | Sep 3, 2024 | Sep 17, 2026 | Apr 17, 2027 | ubuntu-22.04-arm64 | No | Security |
| ubuntu-24.04-arm64 | Jun 24, 2024 | Maintained | Date not announced | ubuntu-24.04-arm64 | No | Active |
| ubuntu-24.04 | May 14, 2024 | Maintained | Date not announced | ubuntu-24.04 | No | Active |
| macos-14-arm64 | Apr 1, 2024 | Jul 6, 2026 | Nov 2, 2026 | macos-14-arm64 | No | Security |
| macos-14 | Apr 1, 2024 | Jul 6, 2026 | Nov 2, 2026 | macos-14 | No | Security |
| macos-13 | Apr 24, 2023 | Sep 19, 2025 | Dec 4, 2025 | macos-13 | No | EOL |
| ubuntu-22.04 | Aug 9, 2022 | Sep 17, 2026 | Apr 17, 2027 | ubuntu-22.04 | No | Security |
| macos-12 | Jun 13, 2022 | Oct 7, 2024 | Dec 3, 2024 | macos-12 | No | EOL |
| windows-2022 | Nov 16, 2021 | Maintained | Date not announced | windows-2022 | No | Active |
| ubuntu-20.04 | Jun 2, 2020 | Jan 15, 2025 | Apr 15, 2025 | ubuntu-20.04 | No | EOL |
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Which versions of GitHub Actions Runner Images have reached end of life?
The following GitHub Actions Runner Images versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: macos-13, macos-12, ubuntu-20.04. It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using GitHub Actions Runner Images macos-13?
GitHub Actions Runner Images macos-13 has reached end of life and no longer receives security patches or bug fixes. Continuing to use it may expose your systems to known vulnerabilities. We strongly recommend upgrading to a supported version.
What is the latest version of GitHub Actions Runner Images?
The latest version of GitHub Actions Runner Images is ubuntu-26.04-arm64, released in the ubuntu-26.04-arm64 release cycle.
How many versions of GitHub Actions Runner Images are currently supported?
GitHub Actions Runner Images currently has 18 actively supported version(s): ubuntu-26.04-arm64, ubuntu-26.04, windows-11-vs2026-arm64, windows-11-arm64, windows-2025-vs2026, macos-26, macos-26-arm64, ubuntu-slim, windows-2025, macos-15-arm64, macos-15, ubuntu-22.04-arm64, ubuntu-24.04-arm64, ubuntu-24.04, macos-14-arm64, macos-14, ubuntu-22.04, windows-2022.
When does GitHub Actions Runner Images ubuntu-26.04-arm64 reach end of life?
GitHub Actions Runner Images ubuntu-26.04-arm64 does not have a specific end-of-life date announced yet.
What should I do when GitHub Actions Runner Images reaches end of life?
When a GitHub Actions Runner Images version reaches end of life, you should: 1) Plan your migration to a supported version as soon as possible. 2) Review the release notes for breaking changes. 3) Test your applications thoroughly in a staging environment. 4) Update your dependencies to ensure compatibility with the new version.