When is GitLab 18.4 end of life?

GitLab 18.4 reached end of life on Dec 18, 2025. It gets no more updates, including security fixes.

What is the latest version of GitLab 18.4?

The latest GitLab 18.4 release is 18.4.6, released on Dec 10, 2025.

When was GitLab 18.4 released?

GitLab 18.4 was released on Sep 18, 2025.

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 18.4

End of life

18.4.6 Release notes ↗

Is GitLab 18.4 still supported?

GitLab 18.4 reached end of life on Dec 18, 2025 (9 months ago). It no longer gets updates, including security fixes. Upgrade to GitLab 19.4 (latest 19.4.1), supported until Dec 17, 2026.

Released: Sep 18, 2025
Active support ended: Oct 16, 2025
12 months ago
End of life: Dec 18, 2025
9 months ago
Latest version: 18.4.6
Dec 10, 2025

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 18.4 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 18.4 still supported?: No. GitLab 18.4 reached end of life on Dec 18, 2025 (9 months 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 18.4 end of life?: GitLab 18.4 reached end of life on Dec 18, 2025. It gets no more updates, including security fixes.
What is the latest version of GitLab 18.4?: The latest GitLab 18.4 release is 18.4.6, released on Dec 10, 2025.
When was GitLab 18.4 released?: GitLab 18.4 was released on Sep 18, 2025.
What should I upgrade GitLab 18.4 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.

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GitLab 18.4 release history

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Release dates for 7 GitLab 18.4 versions, newest first.

Dec 10, 2025 18.4.6
Nov 25, 2025 18.4.5
Nov 11, 2025 18.4.4
Oct 21, 2025 18.4.3
Oct 8, 2025 18.4.2
Sep 25, 2025 18.4.1
Sep 17, 2025 18.4.0

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