GitLab 19.1 vs 19.2
Which should you run?
Pick GitLab 19.2. GitLab 19.1 reached end of life on Sep 17, 2026 and no longer gets security fixes.
19.1
19.2
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Supported
Security fixes only
Today
| GitLab 19.1 | GitLab 19.2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Released | Jun 18, 2026 | Jul 16, 2026 |
| Status | End of life | Maintenance Support |
| Active support until | Jul 16, 2026 | Aug 20, 2026 |
| End of life | Sep 17, 2026 3 weeks ago | Oct 15, 2026 in 4 days |
| Total support | 2 months | 2 months |
| Latest version | 19.1.8 Sep 10, 2026 | 19.2.7 Sep 22, 2026 |
| LTS | No | No |
How to upgrade from GitLab 19.1 to 19.2
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
- Should I use GitLab 19.1 or 19.2?
- Pick GitLab 19.2. GitLab 19.1 reached end of life on Sep 17, 2026 and no longer gets security fixes.
- How long are GitLab 19.1 and 19.2 supported?
- GitLab 19.1: ended Sep 17, 2026. GitLab 19.2: supported until Oct 15, 2026 (security fixes only).
- What are the latest GitLab 19.1 and 19.2 versions?
- GitLab 19.1 is at 19.1.8 (Sep 10, 2026), and GitLab 19.2 is at 19.2.7 (Sep 22, 2026).
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