When is Node.js 21 end of life?

Node.js 21 reached end of life on Jun 1, 2024. It gets no more updates, including security fixes.

What is the latest version of Node.js 21?

The latest Node.js 21 release is 21.7.3, released on Apr 10, 2024.

When was Node.js 21 released?

Node.js 21 was released on Oct 17, 2023.

How do I check which Node.js version I have?

Run node --version, then paste the result into the “Am I up to date?” box on this page.

Node.js 21

End of life

21.7.3 Release notes ↗

Is Node.js 21 still supported?

Node.js 21 reached end of life on Jun 1, 2024 (2 years ago). It no longer gets updates, including security fixes. Upgrade to Node.js 26 (Upcoming LTS) (latest 26.11.1), supported until Apr 30, 2029.

Released: Oct 17, 2023
Active support ended: Apr 1, 2024
2 years ago
End of life: Jun 1, 2024
2 years ago
Latest version: 21.7.3
Apr 10, 2024

Upgrade path

The recommended upgrade is Node.js 26 (Upcoming LTS), currently at 26.11.1 and supported until Apr 30, 2029.

How to upgrade from Node.js 21 to Node.js 26 (Upcoming LTS)

nvm (Linux / macOS)

nvm install 26
nvm alias default 26

Ubuntu / Debian (NodeSource)

curl -fsSL https://deb.nodesource.com/setup_26.x | sudo -E bash -
sudo apt install -y nodejs

Windows

winget install OpenJS.NodeJS.LTS

Use OpenJS.NodeJS instead for the current (non-LTS) line.

Docker

docker pull node:26

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

Quick answers

Is Node.js 21 still supported?: No. Node.js 21 reached end of life on Jun 1, 2024 (2 years ago). It no longer gets updates, including security fixes. Upgrade to Node.js 26 (Upcoming LTS) (latest 26.11.1), supported until Apr 30, 2029.
When is Node.js 21 end of life?: Node.js 21 reached end of life on Jun 1, 2024. It gets no more updates, including security fixes.
What is the latest version of Node.js 21?: The latest Node.js 21 release is 21.7.3, released on Apr 10, 2024.
When was Node.js 21 released?: Node.js 21 was released on Oct 17, 2023.
What should I upgrade Node.js 21 to?: The recommended upgrade is Node.js 26 (Upcoming LTS), currently at 26.11.1 and supported until Apr 30, 2029.
How do I check which Node.js version I have?: Run node --version, then paste the result into the “Am I up to date?” box on this page.