Python 3.12
- Security fixes only
- Released 2 Oct 2023
- End of life 31 Oct 2028
- Latest 3.12.16
Is Python 3.12 still supported?
Security fixes only, until 31 Oct 2028 (in 1.5 years).
Today
- Released 2 Oct 2023
- Active support ends 2 Apr 2025
- End of life 31 Oct 2028
Release details
- Product
- Python
- Version
- 3.12
- Release date
- 2 Oct 2023
- Latest update
- 3.12.16 · 25 Oct 2026
- Long-term support
- No
- Active support until
- 2 Apr 2025
- Security support until
- 31 Oct 2028
- Status
- Security fixes only
Guides for Python 3.12
Python
How to Install Python 3.12 on CentOS, RHEL & Fedora
Updated Apr 2025
Python
How To Install Python 3.12 on Ubuntu, Debian, & Linux Mint
Updated Apr 2025
Python
How to Install Python 3.12 on Amazon Linux
Updated Apr 2025
Python
How to Install Python 3.12 on Ubuntu 24.04 / 22.04 / 20.04
Updated Apr 2025
Other Python releases
Supported now
Frequently asked questions
When does Python 3.12 reach end of life?
Python 3.12 is supported until 31 Oct 2028 (in 1.5 years).
Is Python 3.12 still supported?
Yes. Python 3.12 is getting security fixes only.
What is the latest version of Python 3.12?
The latest Python 3.12 release is 3.12.16, released on 25 Oct 2026.
When was Python 3.12 released?
Python 3.12 was released on 2 Oct 2023.
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