Node.js Releases
Track every Node.js release including LTS and Current lines. Version timelines, EOL dates, security patches, and upgrade guidance for Node.js developers.
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Version Timeline
All tracked releases with lifecycle status and EOL dates.
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Lifecycle Timeline
Visual overview of active support and maintenance windows.
Upgrade Paths
Migration guidance between major versions — breaking changes, effort estimates, and tips.
Breaking Changes
- fetch() API changes — now globally available
- V8 engine update to 11.3
- Permission model introduced (experimental)
Migration Notes
Straightforward upgrade for most apps. Test fetch() usage if you relied on node-fetch. The new permission model is opt-in and won't affect existing code.
Breaking Changes
- V8 engine update to 12.4
- WebSocket client added (experimental)
- Native test runner now stable
- glob() and globSync() added to fs module
Migration Notes
Mostly additive changes. Review any V8-specific code or native addons. The stable test runner may replace your current test framework for simple cases.
Breaking Changes
- V8 engine update to 13.0
- require(esm) now supported — changes module resolution
- Permission model now stable — review security policies
- WebSocket client now stable
- npm updated to 11.x with new dependency resolution
Migration Notes
The require(esm) change is significant — test module loading thoroughly. npm 11 may resolve dependencies differently. Review the stable permission model if adopting security hardening.
Version Risk Assessment
Evaluate risk factors before choosing a version for production.
| Version | EOL Risk | CVE Risk | Ecosystem | Cloud Support | Overall | Recommended Action |
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| Node.js 18 | Critical | High | Degrading | Dropping | Critical | Upgrade immediately |
| Node.js 20 | Medium | Low | Active | Full | Medium | Plan upgrade to 22 |
| Node.js 22 | Low | Low | Active | Full | Low | Current recommended LTS |
| Node.js 24 | None | Low | Growing | Partial | Low | Latest LTS — adopt when ready |
Risk score combines EOL proximity, known CVEs, ecosystem support, and cloud provider compatibility. Higher risk = more urgent action needed. Assessed as of February 2026.
LTS Version Feature Comparison
Side-by-side feature differences across major versions.
| Feature | 18 LTS | 20 LTS | 22 LTS | 24 LTS |
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| V8 Engine | 10.2 | 11.3 | 12.4 | 13.0 |
| Native fetch() | Experimental | Stable | Stable | Stable |
| Native test runner | Experimental | Stable | Stable | Stable |
| Permission model | No | Experimental | Experimental | Stable |
| ESM support | Full | Full | Full | Full + require(esm) |
| Single executable apps | No | Experimental | Stable | Stable |
| Watch mode | No | Experimental | Stable | Stable |
| WebSocket client | No | No | Experimental | Stable |
| npm version | 8.x | 10.x | 10.x | 11.x |
| Performance (vs 18) | Baseline | +5-10% | +10-15% | +15-20% |
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Health Status
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EOL Countdown
Next end-of-life date
Latest Version
Current stable release
CVE Status
Known vulnerabilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Node.js releases and lifecycle.