Commvault Software is released as an Innovation Release or a Long-Term Support Release (LTS)
Release Types
| Release Type | Release Frequency | Lifecycle | Updates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Innovation Release | Once every year | One (1) year from initial release | Monthly Innovation Update Releases for feature content. Bug fixes might release more frequently, as needed. |
| Long-term Support Release (LTS) | Once every year | Three (3) years from initial release | Monthly LTS Maintenance Releases for the first two years, then as needed. LTS Maintenance Releases include only bug fixes. |
Innovation Releases
Innovation Releases are published annually in December. Designed to include all the most recent product updates, Commvault will publish Innovation Update Releases on a regular basis. New feature content releases monthly and bug fixes release as needed. Innovation Update Releases are cumulative, and you can upgrade from any release to the most recent version. Customers are strongly encouraged to install each update and have the latest update installed will be a condition for receiving support.
Access to Innovation Releases is granted through a Release Request Form. This process ensures that all Innovation Release adopters are equipped to make the most of the Innovation Release experience.
Long-Term Support (LTS) Releases
Long-Term Support Releases (LTS) are published annually in June and are supported for 3 years after the initial release date. Designed to be a stable release with minimal changes, monthly LTS Maintenance Releases include only bug fixes, and no new features. If you have standardized on an LTS release, you should wait to upgrade until the next LTS release to access any new features. New features will not be added to previous LTS releases. LTS Maintenance Releases are also cumulative and can be installed at any time.
Release Lifecycle Phases
| Lifecycle Phase | Description | Updates |
|---|---|---|
| Technology Preview | Only for LTS releases. Suitable for POCs and new customer installations. Technology Preview runs for 60 days from the initial release. Afterwards, the LTS release becomes General Availability. |
Monthly |
| General Availability | Upgrading is not required, but you may upgrade to take advantage of new features. | Monthly |
| End of life | Prepare to upgrade to the most recent LTS release. | None |
Active Release Schedule
Critical updates that impact data protection or restore capabilities are provided for all supported platform releases. To ensure stability and minimize changes, updates might not be provided for non-critical issues that have a workaround solution on earlier LTS platform releases.
| Release | Technology Preview | General Availability | End of Life |
|---|---|---|---|
| Innovation Release 11.38 | December 15, 2024 | February 15, 2025 | December 15, 2025 |
| Commvault Platform Release 2024E (11.36) LTS | June 15, 2024 | August 15, 2024 | June 15, 2027 |
| Commvault Platform Release 2023E (11.32) LTS | June 15, 2023 | August 15, 2023 | June 15, 2026 |
| Commvault Platform Release 2022E (11.28) LTS | June 15, 2022 | August 15, 2022 | June 15, 2025 |
| Feature Release 11.20 LTS | June 15, 2020 | August 15, 2020 | June 15, 2025 |
Changes to the Platform Naming Convention
Beginning December 15, 2024: Commvault is no longer using the Platform Release and Year naming convention (Commvault Platform Release 2024E).
The December releases will be designated as Innovation Release 11.nn, while the June releases will be designated as Long Term Support Release (LTS) 11.nn. For example:
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Innovation Release 11.38
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Long Term Support Release 11.40
Deprecated Releases
To view deprecated Commvault releases, see Deprecated Releases.