Python 3.8
- End of life
- Released 14 Oct 2019
- End of life 7 Oct 2024
- Latest 3.8.20
Is Python 3.8 still supported?
Reached end of life on 7 Oct 2024 (2 years ago).
Today
- Released 14 Oct 2019
- Active support ends 3 May 2021
- End of life 7 Oct 2024
Release details
- Product
- Python
- Version
- 3.8
- Release date
- 14 Oct 2019
- Latest update
- 3.8.20 · 6 Sep 2024
- Long-term support
- No
- Active support until
- 3 May 2021
- Security support until
- 7 Oct 2024
- Status
- End of life
Guides for Python 3.8
Other Python releases
Supported now
Frequently asked questions
When does Python 3.8 reach end of life?
Python 3.8 reached end of life on 7 Oct 2024.
Is Python 3.8 still supported?
No. Python 3.8 no longer gets free security updates. Upgrade to Python 3.15.
What is the latest version of Python 3.8?
The latest Python 3.8 release is 3.8.20, released on 6 Sep 2024.
When was Python 3.8 released?
Python 3.8 was released on 14 Oct 2019.
Release data: endoflife.date and vendor announcements. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.