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Apple macOSEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status
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Operating SystemsLatest Version: 27.0Latest Release: Sep 14, 2026
macOS is Apple's desktop operating system for Mac computers, known for its design and ecosystem integration.
Support summary
Apple macOS currently has supported cycles. Track the next EOL date and validate upgrades before your change window.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
No announced EOL date is currently listed.
Supported cycles
3
0 lts
Versions
23
Latest Version
27.0
Active Support
3
EOL
20
Lifecycle Timeline
Sep 25, 2017As of Sep 27, 2026
27Active · Date not announced
26Active · Date not announced
15Active · Date not announced
14EOL · Sep 14, 2026
13EOL · Sep 15, 2025
12EOL · Sep 16, 2024
11EOL · Feb 2, 2026
10.15EOL · Feb 2, 2026
10.14EOL · Oct 25, 2021
10.13EOL · Dec 1, 2020
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27Golden Gate | Sep 14, 2026 | Maintained | Date not announced | 27.0 | No | Active |
| 26Tahoe | Sep 15, 2025 | Maintained | Date not announced | 26.7 | No | Active |
| 15Sequoia | Sep 16, 2024 | Maintained | Date not announced | 15.8 | No | Active |
| 14Sonoma | Sep 26, 2023 | Ended | Sep 14, 2026 | 14.8.9 | No | EOL |
| 13Ventura | Oct 24, 2022 | Ended | Sep 15, 2025 | 13.7.8 | No | EOL |
| 12Monterey | Oct 25, 2021 | Ended | Sep 16, 2024 | 12.7.6 | No | EOL |
| 11Big Sur | Nov 12, 2020 | Ended | Feb 2, 2026 | 11.7.11 | No | EOL |
| 10.15Catalina | Oct 7, 2019 | Ended | Feb 2, 2026 | 10.15.8 | No | EOL |
| 10.14Mojave | Sep 24, 2018 | Ended | Oct 25, 2021 | 10.14.6 | No | EOL |
| 10.13High Sierra | Sep 25, 2017 | Ended | Dec 1, 2020 | 10.13.6 | No | EOL |
| 10.12Sierra | Sep 20, 2016 | Ended | Oct 1, 2019 | 10.12.6 | No | EOL |
| 10.11El Capitan | Sep 30, 2015 | Ended | Dec 1, 2018 | 10.11.6 | No | EOL |
| 10.10Yosemite | Oct 16, 2014 | Ended | Aug 1, 2017 | 10.10.5 | No | EOL |
| 10.9Mavericks | Oct 22, 2013 | Ended | Dec 1, 2016 | 10.9.5 | No | EOL |
| 10.8Mountain Lion | Jul 25, 2012 | Ended | Aug 13, 2015 | 10.8.5 | No | EOL |
| 10.7Lion | Jul 20, 2011 | Ended | Oct 4, 2012 | 10.7.5 | No | EOL |
| 10.6Snow Leopard | Aug 28, 2009 | Ended | Jul 25, 2011 | 10.6.8 | No | EOL |
| 10.5Leopard | Oct 26, 2007 | Ended | Aug 13, 2009 | 10.5.8 | No | EOL |
| 10.4Tiger | Apr 29, 2005 | Ended | Nov 14, 2007 | 10.4.11 | No | EOL |
| 10.3Panther | Oct 24, 2003 | Ended | Apr 15, 2005 | 10.3.9 | No | EOL |
| 10.2Jaguar | Aug 24, 2002 | Ended | Oct 3, 2003 | 10.2.8 | No | EOL |
| 10.1Puma | Sep 25, 2001 | Ended | Jun 6, 2002 | 10.1.5 | No | EOL |
| 10.0Cheetah | Mar 24, 2001 | Ended | Jun 22, 2001 | 10.0.4 | No | EOL |
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Which versions of Apple macOS have reached end of life?
The following Apple macOS versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 14, 13, 12, 11, 10.15, 10.14, 10.13, 10.12 (and 12 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Apple macOS 14?
Apple macOS 14 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 Apple macOS?
The latest version of Apple macOS is 27.0, released in the 27 release cycle.
How many versions of Apple macOS are currently supported?
Apple macOS currently has 3 actively supported version(s): 27, 26, 15.
When does Apple macOS 27 reach end of life?
Apple macOS 27 does not have a specific end-of-life date announced yet.
What should I do when Apple macOS reaches end of life?
When a Apple macOS 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.