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Microsoft Nano ServerEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status
Active
Operating SystemsLatest Version: 10.0.26100Latest Release: N/A
Windows Nano Server is a minimal Windows Server installation option optimized for cloud-native applications.
Support summary
Microsoft Nano Server has cycles in security-only maintenance. Production workloads should move toward actively supported releases.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
Jan 9, 2029
Microsoft Nano Server 2019 · 835 days left
Supported cycles
3
3 lts
Versions
11
Latest Version
10.0.26100
Active Support
2
EOL
8
Lifecycle Timeline
Oct 17, 2017As of Sep 27, 2026
2025Active · Oct 10, 2034
2022Active · Oct 14, 2031
20h2EOL · Aug 9, 2022
2004EOL · Dec 14, 2021
1909EOL · May 11, 2021
1903EOL · Dec 8, 2020
1809EOL · Nov 10, 2020
2019Security · Jan 9, 2029
1803EOL · Nov 12, 2019
1709EOL · Apr 9, 2019
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Nov 1, 2024 | Oct 9, 2029 | Oct 10, 2034 | 10.0.26100 | Yes | Active |
| 2022 | Aug 18, 2021 | Oct 13, 2026 | Oct 14, 2031 | 10.0.20348 | Yes | Active |
| 20h2 | Oct 20, 2020 | Aug 9, 2022 | Aug 9, 2022 | 10.0.19042 | No | EOL |
| 2004 | May 27, 2020 | Dec 14, 2021 | Dec 14, 2021 | 10.0.19041 | No | EOL |
| 1909 | Nov 12, 2019 | May 11, 2021 | May 11, 2021 | 10.0.18363 | No | EOL |
| 1903 | May 21, 2019 | Dec 8, 2020 | Dec 8, 2020 | 10.0.18362 | No | EOL |
| 1809 | Nov 13, 2018 | Nov 10, 2020 | Nov 10, 2020 | 10.0.17763 | No | EOL |
| 2019 | Nov 13, 2018 | Jan 9, 2024 | Jan 9, 2029 | 10.0.17763 | Yes | Security |
| 1803 | Apr 30, 2018 | Nov 12, 2019 | Nov 12, 2019 | 10.0.17134 | No | EOL |
| 1709 | Oct 17, 2017 | Apr 9, 2019 | Apr 9, 2019 | 10.0.16299 | No | EOL |
| 1607 | Oct 15, 2016 | Oct 9, 2018 | Oct 9, 2018 | 10.0.14393 | No | EOL |
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Which versions of Microsoft Nano Server have reached end of life?
The following Microsoft Nano Server versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 20h2, 2004, 1909, 1903, 1809, 1803, 1709, 1607. It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Microsoft Nano Server 20h2?
Microsoft Nano Server 20h2 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 Microsoft Nano Server?
The latest version of Microsoft Nano Server is 10.0.26100, released in the 2025 release cycle.
How many versions of Microsoft Nano Server are currently supported?
Microsoft Nano Server currently has 3 actively supported version(s): 2025, 2022, 2019.
When does Microsoft Nano Server 2025 reach end of life?
Microsoft Nano Server 2025 is scheduled to reach end of life on Oct 10, 2034.
What should I do when Microsoft Nano Server reaches end of life?
When a Microsoft Nano Server 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.