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BazelEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status
Active
Tools & MonitoringLatest Version: 9.2.0Latest Release: Jul 13, 2026
Bazel is a fast, scalable build and test tool by Google supporting multiple languages and platforms.
Support summary
Bazel has cycles in security-only maintenance. Production workloads should move toward actively supported releases.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
Dec 31, 2026
Bazel 7 · 95 days left
Supported cycles
3
6 lts
Versions
6
Latest Version
9.2.0
Active Support
1
EOL
3
Lifecycle Timeline
Jan 21, 2021As of Sep 27, 2026
9Active · Dec 31, 2028
8Security · Dec 31, 2027
7Security · Dec 31, 2026
6EOL · Dec 31, 2025
5EOL · Jan 31, 2025
4EOL · Jan 31, 2024
ActiveSecurityEOLHistorical phase unknown
Bars show history up to the snapshot date. Gray intervals lack dated support boundaries; arrows indicate an unannounced EOL date, not a support guarantee.
Versions
| Release | Release Date | Active Support | EOL | Latest Version | LTS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Jan 20, 2026 | Maintained | Dec 31, 2028 | 9.2.0 | Yes | Active |
| 8 | Dec 9, 2024 | Jan 20, 2026 | Dec 31, 2027 | 8.8.1 | Yes | Security |
| 7 | Dec 11, 2023 | Dec 9, 2024 | Dec 31, 2026 | 7.7.1 | Yes | Security |
| 6 | Dec 19, 2022 | Dec 11, 2023 | Dec 31, 2025 | 6.6.0 | Yes | EOL |
| 5 | Jan 19, 2022 | Dec 19, 2022 | Jan 31, 2025 | 5.4.1 | Yes | EOL |
| 4 | Jan 21, 2021 | Jan 19, 2022 | Jan 31, 2024 | 4.2.4 | Yes | EOL |
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<a href="https://eol.wiki/bazel/"><img src="https://eol.wiki/badge/bazel.svg" alt="Bazel end-of-life status" height="20"></a>Frequently Asked Questions
Which versions of Bazel have reached end of life?
The following Bazel versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 6, 5, 4. It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Bazel 6?
Bazel 6 has reached end of life and no longer receives security patches or bug fixes. Continuing to use it may expose your systems to known vulnerabilities. We strongly recommend upgrading to a supported version.
What is the latest version of Bazel?
The latest version of Bazel is 9.2.0, released in the 9 release cycle.
How many versions of Bazel are currently supported?
Bazel currently has 3 actively supported version(s): 9, 8, 7.
When does Bazel 9 reach end of life?
Bazel 9 is scheduled to reach end of life on Dec 31, 2028.
What should I do when Bazel reaches end of life?
When a Bazel version reaches end of life, you should: 1) Plan your migration to a supported version as soon as possible. 2) Review the release notes for breaking changes. 3) Test your applications thoroughly in a staging environment. 4) Update your dependencies to ensure compatibility with the new version.