When is GitLab 16.8 end of life?

GitLab 16.8 reached end of life on Apr 18, 2024. It gets no more updates, including security fixes.

What is the latest version of GitLab 16.8?

The latest GitLab 16.8 release is 16.8.10, released on Sep 20, 2024.

When was GitLab 16.8 released?

GitLab 16.8 was released on Jan 17, 2024.

How do I check which GitLab version I have?

Run gitlab-rake gitlab:env:info, then paste the result into the “Am I up to date?” box on this page.

GitLab 16.8

End of life

16.8.10 Release notes ↗

Is GitLab 16.8 still supported?

GitLab 16.8 reached end of life on Apr 18, 2024 (2 years ago). It no longer gets updates, including security fixes. Upgrade to GitLab 19.4 (latest 19.4.1), supported until Dec 17, 2026.

Released: Jan 17, 2024
Active support ended: Feb 15, 2024
2 years ago
End of life: Apr 18, 2024
2 years ago
Latest version: 16.8.10
Sep 20, 2024

Upgrade path

The recommended upgrade is GitLab 19.4, currently at 19.4.1 and supported until Dec 17, 2026.

How to upgrade from GitLab 16.8 to GitLab 19.4

Follow the official upgrade path. Big jumps must stop at required versions along the way.

Omnibus (Ubuntu / Debian)

sudo apt update
sudo apt install gitlab-ee

Use gitlab-ce if you run the Community Edition.

Docker

docker pull gitlab/gitlab-ee:latest

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

Quick answers

Is GitLab 16.8 still supported?: No. GitLab 16.8 reached end of life on Apr 18, 2024 (2 years ago). It no longer gets updates, including security fixes. Upgrade to GitLab 19.4 (latest 19.4.1), supported until Dec 17, 2026.
When is GitLab 16.8 end of life?: GitLab 16.8 reached end of life on Apr 18, 2024. It gets no more updates, including security fixes.
What is the latest version of GitLab 16.8?: The latest GitLab 16.8 release is 16.8.10, released on Sep 20, 2024.
When was GitLab 16.8 released?: GitLab 16.8 was released on Jan 17, 2024.
What should I upgrade GitLab 16.8 to?: The recommended upgrade is GitLab 19.4, currently at 19.4.1 and supported until Dec 17, 2026.
How do I check which GitLab version I have?: Run gitlab-rake gitlab:env:info, then paste the result into the “Am I up to date?” box on this page.