Amazon Linux
All Amazon Linux releases at a glance: release dates, number of versions, latest version, LTS status and the end-of-life (EOL) visualisation
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Amazon Linux release and version history
| Release | Release date | Versions | Latest version | Latest version date | LTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 (Amazon Linux 2023) | 2023-03-01 | 1 | 2023 | 2023-03-01 | No |
| 2 (Amazon Linux 2) | 2017-12-01 | 1 | 2 | 2017-12-01 | No |
| 1 (Amazon Linux 1 | AMI) | 2010-06-26 | 1 | 1 | 2010-06-26 | No |
Data as of 11 October 2026. Dates in ISO format (YYYY-MM-DD). Source: Versio.io product release & end-of-life database.
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Facts and figures about Amazon Linux
| Product | Amazon Linux |
|---|---|
| Vendor | Amazon |
| Latest version | 2023 |
| Number of releases | 3 |
| Number of versions | 3 |
| Number of unstable versions | 0 |
| Version command | cat /etc/os-release |
Frequently asked questions about Amazon Linux end of life
What is the latest version of Amazon Linux?
The latest version of Amazon Linux is 2023, released as part of the 2023 release on 1 March 2023.
Which Amazon Linux versions are still supported?
Amazon Linux 2023 is supported as of 11 October 2026. All other releases have reached end of life and no longer receive fixes.
When does Amazon Linux 2023 reach end of life?
Amazon Linux 2023 reaches end of life on 30 June 2029. Standard maintenance ends on 30 June 2027, extended maintenance on 30 June 2029. After that date, no security fixes are provided.
Does Amazon Linux have long-term support (LTS) releases?
No. Amazon Linux does not designate long-term support releases; every release follows the standard maintenance period shown in the table.
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