Ubuntu 18.04 LTS

“Bionic Beaver”

Extended support (paid)
Released 26 Apr 2018
End of life 31 May 2023
Latest 18.04.6

Is Ubuntu 18.04 LTS still supported?

Free support ended 31 May 2023. Paid extended support runs until 26 Apr 2028.

Today

Released 26 Apr 2018
End of life 31 May 2023
Extended support ends 26 Apr 2028

Upgrade to Ubuntu 26.04 LTS Supported until 29 May 2031 →

Release details

Product: Ubuntu
Version: 18.04 LTS
Codename: Bionic Beaver
Release date: 26 Apr 2018
Latest update: 18.04.6 · 17 Sep 2021
Long-term support: Yes
Active support until: 31 May 2023
Security support until: 31 May 2023
Extended support until: 26 Apr 2028
Status: Extended support (paid)

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Frequently asked questions

When does Ubuntu 18.04 LTS reach end of life?

Ubuntu 18.04 LTS reached end of life on 31 May 2023. Paid extended support runs until 26 Apr 2028.

Is Ubuntu 18.04 LTS still supported?

No. Ubuntu 18.04 LTS no longer gets free security updates. Upgrade to Ubuntu 26.04 LTS.

What is the latest version of Ubuntu 18.04 LTS?

The latest Ubuntu 18.04 LTS release is 18.04.6, released on 17 Sep 2021.

When was Ubuntu 18.04 LTS released?

Ubuntu 18.04 LTS was released on 26 Apr 2018.

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