When is AlmaLinux 8 end of life?

AlmaLinux 8 reaches end of life on May 31, 2029 (in 2 years). After that it gets no more updates, including security fixes.

What is the latest version of AlmaLinux 8?

The latest AlmaLinux 8 release is 8.10, released on May 28, 2024.

When was AlmaLinux 8 released?

AlmaLinux 8 was released on Mar 30, 2021.

How do I check which AlmaLinux version I have?

Run cat /etc/os-release, then paste the result into the “Am I up to date?” box on this page.

AlmaLinux 8

Security Support until May 31, 2029

8.10 Release notes ↗

Is AlmaLinux 8 still supported?

Security fixes only

AlmaLinux 8 only gets security fixes now, until May 31, 2029 (in 2 years). Active support (bug fixes) ended on May 31, 2024. Plan an upgrade to AlmaLinux 10.

Active support Security fixes only Today What “security support” means

Released: Mar 30, 2021
Active support ended: May 31, 2024
2 years ago
End of life: May 31, 2029
in 2 years
Latest version: 8.10
May 28, 2024

Upgrade path

The recommended upgrade is AlmaLinux 10, currently at 10.2 and supported until May 31, 2035.

How to update AlmaLinux 8

Updates within AlmaLinux 8

sudo dnf upgrade

New major version (ELevate)

AlmaLinux supports major upgrades with ELevate (based on Leapp). Follow the guide, and snapshot first.

Official upgrade guide ↗ Back up first, and test on a non-production machine when you move to a new branch.

Quick answers

Is AlmaLinux 8 still supported?: Partly. AlmaLinux 8 only gets security fixes now, until May 31, 2029 (in 2 years). Active support (bug fixes) ended on May 31, 2024. Plan an upgrade to AlmaLinux 10.
When is AlmaLinux 8 end of life?: AlmaLinux 8 reaches end of life on May 31, 2029 (in 2 years). After that it gets no more updates, including security fixes.
What is the latest version of AlmaLinux 8?: The latest AlmaLinux 8 release is 8.10, released on May 28, 2024.
When was AlmaLinux 8 released?: AlmaLinux 8 was released on Mar 30, 2021.
What should I upgrade AlmaLinux 8 to?: The recommended upgrade is AlmaLinux 10, currently at 10.2 and supported until May 31, 2035.
How do I check which AlmaLinux version I have?: Run cat /etc/os-release, then paste the result into the “Am I up to date?” box on this page.