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GitHub Actions Runner ImagesEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status

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OtherLatest Version: ubuntu-26.04-arm64Latest Release: N/A

Support summary

GitHub Actions Runner Images macos-14-arm64 reaches EOL in 36 days. Start upgrade planning and compatibility testing now.

What do EOL and support statuses mean?

Next EOL

Nov 2, 2026

GitHub Actions Runner Images macos-14-arm64 · 36 days left

Supported cycles

18

0 lts

Versions

21

Latest Version

ubuntu-26.04-arm64

Active Support

14

EOL

3

Lifecycle Timeline

Apr 10, 2025As of Sep 27, 2026
ubuntu-26.04-arm64Active · Date not announced
ubuntu-26.04Active · Date not announced
windows-11-vs2026-arm64Active · Date not announced
windows-11-arm64Active · Date not announced
windows-2025-vs2026Active · Date not announced
macos-26Active · Date not announced
macos-26-arm64Active · Date not announced
ubuntu-slimActive · Date not announced
windows-2025Active · Date not announced
macos-15-arm64Active · Date not announced
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

ReleaseRelease DateActive SupportEOLLatest VersionLTSStatus
ubuntu-26.04-arm64Sep 17, 2026MaintainedDate not announcedubuntu-26.04-arm64No
Active
ubuntu-26.04Sep 17, 2026MaintainedDate not announcedubuntu-26.04No
Active
windows-11-vs2026-arm64Aug 20, 2026MaintainedDate not announcedwindows-11-vs2026-arm64No
Active
windows-11-arm64Aug 20, 2026MaintainedDate not announcedwindows-11-arm64No
Active
windows-2025-vs2026May 7, 2026MaintainedDate not announcedwindows-2025-vs2026No
Active
macos-26Feb 26, 2026MaintainedDate not announcedmacos-26No
Active
macos-26-arm64Feb 26, 2026MaintainedDate not announcedmacos-26-arm64No
Active
ubuntu-slimJan 22, 2026MaintainedDate not announcedubuntu-slimNo
Active
windows-2025Apr 10, 2025MaintainedDate not announcedwindows-2025No
Active
macos-15-arm64Apr 10, 2025MaintainedDate not announcedmacos-15-arm64No
Active
macos-15Apr 10, 2025MaintainedDate not announcedmacos-15No
Active
ubuntu-22.04-arm64Sep 3, 2024Sep 17, 2026Apr 17, 2027ubuntu-22.04-arm64No
Security
ubuntu-24.04-arm64Jun 24, 2024MaintainedDate not announcedubuntu-24.04-arm64No
Active
ubuntu-24.04May 14, 2024MaintainedDate not announcedubuntu-24.04No
Active
macos-14-arm64Apr 1, 2024Jul 6, 2026Nov 2, 2026macos-14-arm64No
Security
macos-14Apr 1, 2024Jul 6, 2026Nov 2, 2026macos-14No
Security
macos-13Apr 24, 2023Sep 19, 2025Dec 4, 2025macos-13No
EOL
ubuntu-22.04Aug 9, 2022Sep 17, 2026Apr 17, 2027ubuntu-22.04No
Security
macos-12Jun 13, 2022Oct 7, 2024Dec 3, 2024macos-12No
EOL
windows-2022Nov 16, 2021MaintainedDate not announcedwindows-2022No
Active
ubuntu-20.04Jun 2, 2020Jan 15, 2025Apr 15, 2025ubuntu-20.04No
EOL

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which versions of GitHub Actions Runner Images have reached end of life?
The following GitHub Actions Runner Images versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: macos-13, macos-12, ubuntu-20.04. It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using GitHub Actions Runner Images macos-13?
GitHub Actions Runner Images macos-13 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 GitHub Actions Runner Images?
The latest version of GitHub Actions Runner Images is ubuntu-26.04-arm64, released in the ubuntu-26.04-arm64 release cycle.
How many versions of GitHub Actions Runner Images are currently supported?
GitHub Actions Runner Images currently has 18 actively supported version(s): ubuntu-26.04-arm64, ubuntu-26.04, windows-11-vs2026-arm64, windows-11-arm64, windows-2025-vs2026, macos-26, macos-26-arm64, ubuntu-slim, windows-2025, macos-15-arm64, macos-15, ubuntu-22.04-arm64, ubuntu-24.04-arm64, ubuntu-24.04, macos-14-arm64, macos-14, ubuntu-22.04, windows-2022.
When does GitHub Actions Runner Images ubuntu-26.04-arm64 reach end of life?
GitHub Actions Runner Images ubuntu-26.04-arm64 does not have a specific end-of-life date announced yet.
What should I do when GitHub Actions Runner Images reaches end of life?
When a GitHub Actions Runner Images 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.