# Commvault software releases, release types, and release tracks

Commvault supports long-term support and innovation releases of the Commvault software.

Important

In alignment with NIST SP 800-40 Rev. 4 guidance for timely patch and vulnerability management, Commvault recommends upgrading to the latest maintenance release within 2 weeks of its release.

This recommendation applies to all releases, release types, and release tracks.

# Supported Releases

Critical updates are provided for all supported releases. Non-critical updates might not be provided for older supported releases.

When a release reaches end-of-life, to receive support, customers must upgrade to the latest LTS release.

Release | Release type | Initial release date | Latest maintenance release | Maintenance release date | End-of-life date
--- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ---
11.46 | Innovation | July 15, 2026 | 11.46.20 | August 14, 2026 |
11.44 | Long-term support | June 15, 2026 | 11.44.16 | August 11, 2026 | December 15, 2028
11.40 | Long-term support | June 15, 2025 | 11.40.67 | August 04, 2026 | December 15, 2027
11.36 | Long-term support | August 15, 2024 | 11.36.119 | August 04, 2026 | June 15, 2027

Note

Release 11.42 is Common Criteria certified.

For customers on 11.42 or older releases, we recommend transitioning to Long-term support release 11.44 to take advantage of the latest platform enhancements.

# Release Types

Release type | Release frequency | Lifespan | Update frequency | Description
--- | --- | --- | --- | ---
Long-term support (LTS) | Annually | 2.5 years | Monthly maintenance releases, for bug fixes only, for the first 2 years. After that, as needed. | LTS releases are designed to be stable releases with minimal changes. Ideal for existing mature deployments, and customers that prioritize reliability and minimal operational disruption.
Innovation | Monthly | 2 months | Monthly innovation releases, for new enhancements. More frequent bug fixes, as needed. | Innovation releases are designed to include the most recent product updates. Access to innovation releases is granted through a Release Request Form, which ensures that you are equipped to make the most of the innovation release experience. Ideal for MSPs, partners, and customers that prioritize innovation.

# Deprecated Releases

See Deprecated Releases.

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