TYPO3 Upgrade Cycles & Long-Term Support
Predictability You Can Build On
A CMS should never surprise you. TYPO3’s structured upgrade cycles and (extended) long-term support model give agencies and organizations the planning security they need for sustainable digital operations.
Predictable Release Cycles
Long-Term Support (LTS)
TYPO3 follows a reliable pattern: new LTS versions every 18 months, two active LTS versions at any time, and three years of free support per release. This gives IT teams, agencies, and procurement departments a clear basis for multi-year planning.
- Clear lifecycle stages
- Structured upgrade path
- No disruptive shifts or unexpected version changes
- Streamlined update coordination between agencies and clients
Roadmap
The TYPO3 CMS development roadmap follows an 18-month release cycle for Long Term Support versions.
Extended Long-Term Support (ELTS)
Support That Adapts to Your Planning Horizons
TYPO3’s Long-Term Support model ensures each major version receives stable maintenance for a period of three years. Extended Long-Term Support from the TYPO3 Company offers up to four additional years of vendor-backed maintenance.
- Extended maintenance guarantees
- Stable support window for each release
- Flexibility to upgrade on schedules that fit organizational needs
- Continuity for large or long-running installations
Extended Long Term Support
Stay Secure Beyond Upgrades
Get up to four years of extended official support for your TYPO3 instance.
Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Lower Lifecycle Costs Through Predictability
A defined upgrade path reduces the likelihood of unplanned work and costly transitions. Predictable phases make it easier to schedule upgrades deliberately instead of reacting to unexpected changes.
Future-Proof CMS
Designed for Continuous, Controlled Evolution
TYPO3’s release philosophy focuses on incremental, manageable improvements. Each version evolves the system without forcing disruptive shifts, ensuring that the CMS remains modern and maintainable over time.
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Plan with Confidence, Upgrade with Certainty
Rely on TYPO3’s predictable release cycles and long-term support to keep your digital platforms stable, secure, and future-ready.