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PostfixEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status
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Server SoftwareLatest Version: 3.11.7Latest Release: Sep 8, 2026
Postfix is a free, open-source mail transfer agent (MTA) known for its security and performance.
Support summary
Postfix 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
4
0 lts
Versions
18
Latest Version
3.11.7
Active Support
4
EOL
14
Lifecycle Timeline
Feb 28, 2017As of Sep 27, 2026
3.11Active · Date not announced
3.10Active · Date not announced
3.9Active · Date not announced
3.8Active · Date not announced
3.7EOL · Mar 6, 2026
3.6EOL · Feb 16, 2025
3.5EOL · Mar 6, 2024
3.4EOL · Apr 17, 2023
3.3EOL · Feb 5, 2022
3.2EOL · Apr 29, 2021
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.11 | Mar 6, 2026 | Maintained | Date not announced | 3.11.7 | No | Active |
| 3.10 | Feb 16, 2025 | Maintained | Date not announced | 3.10.14 | No | Active |
| 3.9 | Mar 6, 2024 | Maintained | Date not announced | 3.9.15 | No | Active |
| 3.8 | Apr 17, 2023 | Maintained | Date not announced | 3.8.21 | No | Active |
| 3.7 | Feb 6, 2022 | Ended | Mar 6, 2026 | 3.7.23 | No | EOL |
| 3.6 | Apr 29, 2021 | Ended | Feb 16, 2025 | 3.6.21 | No | EOL |
| 3.5 | Mar 15, 2020 | Ended | Mar 6, 2024 | 3.5.28 | No | EOL |
| 3.4 | Feb 27, 2019 | Ended | Apr 17, 2023 | 3.4.29 | No | EOL |
| 3.3 | Feb 22, 2018 | Ended | Feb 5, 2022 | 3.3.22 | No | EOL |
| 3.2 | Feb 28, 2017 | Ended | Apr 29, 2021 | 3.2.22 | No | EOL |
| 3.1 | Feb 24, 2016 | Ended | Mar 15, 2020 | 3.1.15 | No | EOL |
| 3.0 | Feb 8, 2015 | Ended | Feb 27, 2019 | 3.0.15 | No | EOL |
| 2.11 | Jan 15, 2014 | Ended | Feb 21, 2018 | 2.11.11 | No | EOL |
| 2.10 | Feb 11, 2013 | Ended | Feb 28, 2017 | 2.10.10 | No | EOL |
| 2.9 | Feb 1, 2012 | Ended | Feb 24, 2016 | 2.9.15 | No | EOL |
| 2.8 | Jan 20, 2011 | Ended | Feb 8, 2015 | 2.8.20 | No | EOL |
| 2.6 | May 12, 2009 | Ended | Feb 11, 2013 | 2.6.19 | No | EOL |
| 2.5 | Jan 24, 2008 | Ended | Feb 6, 2012 | 2.5.17 | No | EOL |
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<a href="https://eol.wiki/postfix/"><img src="https://eol.wiki/badge/postfix.svg" alt="Postfix end-of-life status" height="20"></a>Frequently Asked Questions
Which versions of Postfix have reached end of life?
The following Postfix versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 3.7, 3.6, 3.5, 3.4, 3.3, 3.2, 3.1, 3.0 (and 6 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Postfix 3.7?
Postfix 3.7 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 Postfix?
The latest version of Postfix is 3.11.7, released in the 3.11 release cycle.
How many versions of Postfix are currently supported?
Postfix currently has 4 actively supported version(s): 3.11, 3.10, 3.9, 3.8.
When does Postfix 3.11 reach end of life?
Postfix 3.11 does not have a specific end-of-life date announced yet.
What should I do when Postfix reaches end of life?
When a Postfix 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.