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OpenZFSEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status
Active
Operating SystemsLatest Version: 2.4.4Latest Release: Aug 21, 2026
OpenZFS is an open-source implementation of the ZFS file system and volume manager.
Support summary
OpenZFS has cycles in security-only maintenance. Production workloads should move toward actively supported releases.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
No announced EOL date is currently listed.
Supported cycles
3
0 lts
Versions
6
Latest Version
2.4.4
Active Support
1
EOL
3
Lifecycle Timeline
May 21, 2019As of Sep 27, 2026
2.4Active · Date not announced
2.3Security · Date not announced
2.2Security · Date not announced
2.1EOL · Jan 13, 2025
2.0EOL · Dec 23, 2021
0.8EOL · Dec 14, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 | Dec 18, 2025 | Maintained | Date not announced | 2.4.4 | No | Active |
| 2.3 | Oct 17, 2024 | Dec 18, 2025 | Date not announced | 2.3.9 | No | Security |
| 2.2 | Jul 27, 2023 | Jan 13, 2025 | Date not announced | 2.2.11 | No | Security |
| 2.1 | Apr 19, 2021 | Oct 12, 2023 | Jan 13, 2025 | 2.1.16 | No | EOL |
| 2.0 | Nov 30, 2020 | Jul 2, 2021 | Dec 23, 2021 | 2.0.7 | No | EOL |
| 0.8 | May 21, 2019 | Dec 14, 2020 | Dec 14, 2020 | 0.8.6 | No | EOL |
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<a href="https://eol.wiki/openzfs/"><img src="https://eol.wiki/badge/openzfs.svg" alt="OpenZFS end-of-life status" height="20"></a>Frequently Asked Questions
Which versions of OpenZFS have reached end of life?
The following OpenZFS versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 2.1, 2.0, 0.8. It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using OpenZFS 2.1?
OpenZFS 2.1 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 OpenZFS?
The latest version of OpenZFS is 2.4.4, released in the 2.4 release cycle.
How many versions of OpenZFS are currently supported?
OpenZFS currently has 3 actively supported version(s): 2.4, 2.3, 2.2.
When does OpenZFS 2.4 reach end of life?
OpenZFS 2.4 does not have a specific end-of-life date announced yet.
What should I do when OpenZFS reaches end of life?
When a OpenZFS 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.