GitLab Runner 18.6
18.6.6
Release notes ↗
Is GitLab Runner 18.6 still supported?
No
GitLab Runner 18.6 reached end of life on Feb 19, 2026 (7 months ago). It no longer gets updates, including security fixes. Upgrade to GitLab Runner 19.4 (latest 19.4.1), supported until Dec 17, 2026.
- Released
- Nov 20, 2025
- Active support ended
- Dec 18, 2025
9 months ago - End of life
- Feb 19, 2026
7 months ago - Latest version
- 18.6.6
Dec 9, 2025
Upgrade path
The recommended upgrade is GitLab Runner 19.4, currently at 19.4.1 and supported until Dec 17, 2026.
Quick answers
- Is GitLab Runner 18.6 still supported?
- No. GitLab Runner 18.6 reached end of life on Feb 19, 2026 (7 months ago). It no longer gets updates, including security fixes. Upgrade to GitLab Runner 19.4 (latest 19.4.1), supported until Dec 17, 2026.
- When is GitLab Runner 18.6 end of life?
- GitLab Runner 18.6 reached end of life on Feb 19, 2026. It gets no more updates, including security fixes.
- What is the latest version of GitLab Runner 18.6?
- The latest GitLab Runner 18.6 release is 18.6.6, released on Dec 9, 2025.
- When was GitLab Runner 18.6 released?
- GitLab Runner 18.6 was released on Nov 20, 2025.
- What should I upgrade GitLab Runner 18.6 to?
- The recommended upgrade is GitLab Runner 19.4, currently at 19.4.1 and supported until Dec 17, 2026.
- How do I check which GitLab Runner version I have?
- Run
gitlab-runner --version, then paste the result into the “Am I up to date?” box on this page.
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