Debian 12Bookworm
Debian 12 was released on Jun 10, 2023 and is supported until Jun 30, 2028, about 21 months from now.
Debian 12 support timeline
Jun 10, 2023Today
66% elapsedEnd of life
Jun 30, 2028
Debian 12 release and support dates
| Milestone | Date | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Released | ||
| Latest point release (12.15) | ||
| Active support ends | Regular bug-fix and maintenance updates. | |
| End of life | Security updates stop. endoflife.date’s listed end of support. | |
| Extended support ends | Often paid or provided by a third party. |
Source: endoflife.date, fetched Oct 6, 2026. Status as of Oct 7, 2026. Support scope varies by project; confirm on the official site.
Should you upgrade from Debian 12?
Debian 12 still receives updates, so there is no rush. Debian 13 is newer and supported until Jun 30, 2030; upgrade when its changes matter to you, and plan to move before Jun 30, 2028.
Upgrade one release at a time: point your APT sources to the next codename, then run sudo apt upgrade --without-new-pkgs and sudo apt full-upgrade. Read the release notes before starting.
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Debian 12: common questions
When does Debian 12 reach end of life?
Debian 12 reaches end of life on Jun 30, 2028, according to endoflife.date. Extended support runs until Jun 30, 2033.
Is Debian 12 still supported?
Yes. Debian 12 is supported until Jun 30, 2028.
When was Debian 12 released?
Debian 12 was released on Jun 10, 2023.
What is the latest Debian 12 point release?
The latest point release is 12.15, published Jul 11, 2026.
What is the codename of Debian 12?
Debian 12 is codenamed “Bookworm”.
What should I upgrade Debian 12 to?
Debian 13 is the next release that is still supported (until Jun 30, 2030).