Ubuntu 26.04 LTSResolute Raccoon
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS was released on Apr 23, 2026 and is supported until May 29, 2031, 4 years and 8 months from now.
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS support timeline
Apr 23, 2026Today
9% elapsedEnd of life
May 29, 2031
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS release and support dates
| Milestone | Date | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Released | ||
| Latest point release (26.04.1) | ||
| 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.
Upgrading to Ubuntu 26.04 LTS
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS is the newest Ubuntu release we track, so it is the version to install or upgrade to.
Use Software Updater, or run sudo do-release-upgrade. LTS releases are offered the next LTS once its first point release (.1) is out; interim releases upgrade one release at a time.
Other Ubuntu versions
| Version | Released | End of life |
|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu 26.04 LTS Resolute Raccoon | Apr 23, 2026 | May 29, 2031 |
| Ubuntu 25.10 Questing Quokka | Oct 9, 2025 | Jul 1, 2026 |
| Ubuntu 25.04 Plucky Puffin | Apr 17, 2025 | Jan 17, 2026 |
| Ubuntu 24.10 Oracular Oriole | Oct 10, 2024 | Jul 10, 2025 |
| Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Noble Numbat | Apr 25, 2024 | May 31, 2029 |
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS: common questions
When does Ubuntu 26.04 LTS reach end of life?
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS reaches end of life on May 29, 2031, according to endoflife.date. Extended support runs until Apr 23, 2036.
Is Ubuntu 26.04 LTS still supported?
Yes. Ubuntu 26.04 LTS is supported until May 29, 2031.
When was Ubuntu 26.04 LTS released?
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS was released on Apr 23, 2026.
What is the latest Ubuntu 26.04 LTS point release?
The latest point release is 26.04.1, published Aug 31, 2026.
What is the codename of Ubuntu 26.04 LTS?
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS is codenamed “Resolute Raccoon”.
Is Ubuntu 26.04 LTS an LTS release?
Yes. Ubuntu 26.04 LTS is a long-term support (LTS) release.