Ubuntu is a popular Linux distribution based on Debian, developed by Canonical. It balances usability with stability and security, and provides both LTS (long-term support) and interim releases on a predictable schedule.
.deb packages and Snap support for containerized apps.devel series for the next Ubuntu release.| Version | Codename | Release Date | Support Type | End of Standard Support | End of ESM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu 26.04 LTS | Resolute Raccoon | 2026-04-23 (planned) | LTS | 2031-04 | 2036-04 |
| Ubuntu 25.10 | Questing Quokka | 2025-10-09 | Interim | 2026-07 | N/A |
| Ubuntu 24.04.4 LTS | Noble Numbat | 2026-02-12 | LTS | 2029-04 | 2034-04 |
| Ubuntu 22.04.5 LTS | Jammy Jellyfish | 2024-09-12 | LTS | 2027-04 | 2032-04 |
| Version | Codename | Release Date | Support Type | Release Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu 26.04 LTS | Resolute Raccoon | 2026-04-23 (planned) | LTS | https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/release-team/list-of-releases/ |
| Ubuntu 25.10 | Questing Quokka | 2025-10-09 | Interim | https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/release-team/list-of-releases/ |
| Ubuntu 25.04 | Plucky Puffin | 2025-04-17 | Interim | https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/release-team/list-of-releases/ |
| Ubuntu 24.04.4 LTS | Noble Numbat | 2026-02-12 | LTS | https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/release-team/list-of-releases/ |
| Ubuntu 24.04.3 LTS | Noble Numbat | 2025-08-07 | LTS | https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/release-team/list-of-releases/ |
| Ubuntu 24.04.2 LTS | Noble Numbat | 2025-02-20 | LTS | https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/release-team/list-of-releases/ |
| Ubuntu 24.04.1 LTS | Noble Numbat | 2024-08-29 | LTS | https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/release-team/list-of-releases/ |
| Ubuntu 24.04 LTS | Noble Numbat | 2024-04-25 | LTS | https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/release-team/list-of-releases/ |
| Ubuntu 22.04.5 LTS | Jammy Jellyfish | 2024-09-12 | LTS | https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/release-team/list-of-releases/ |
| Ubuntu 22.04.4 LTS | Jammy Jellyfish | 2024-02-22 | LTS | https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/release-team/list-of-releases/ |
| Ubuntu 22.04.3 LTS | Jammy Jellyfish | 2023-10-12 | LTS | https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/release-team/list-of-releases/ |
| Ubuntu 22.04.2 LTS | Jammy Jellyfish | 2023-04-27 | LTS | https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/release-team/list-of-releases/ |
| Ubuntu 22.04.1 LTS | Jammy Jellyfish | 2022-08-11 | LTS | https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/release-team/list-of-releases/ |
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS | Jammy Jellyfish | 2022-04-21 | LTS | https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/release-team/list-of-releases/ |
| Ubuntu 20.04.6 LTS | Focal Fossa | 2023-03-23 | LTS | https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/release-team/list-of-releases/ |
| Ubuntu 20.04.5 LTS | Focal Fossa | 2022-09-01 | LTS | https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/release-team/list-of-releases/ |
| Ubuntu 20.04 LTS | Focal Fossa | 2020-04-23 | LTS | https://documentation.ubuntu.com/project/release-team/list-of-releases/ |
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS is the next long-term support release, scheduled for release on April 23, 2026.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Codename | Resolute Raccoon |
| Release Date | April 23, 2026 (planned) |
| Support | 10 years (5 years standard + 5 years ESM via Ubuntu Pro) |
| GNOME | GNOME 50 |
| Kernel | Latest Linux kernel (6.14+ expected) |
| Rust Integration | Increased Rust adoption in system components |
| TPM Encryption | Enhanced TPM-based encryption functionality |
| Snap Hints | Improved Snap application hint client |
| AMD64 v3 Option | Community discussing separate amd64v3 package option for modern CPUs |
| Phase | Duration | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Support | 5 years | April 2031 |
| ESM (Ubuntu Pro) | +5 years | April 2036 |
| Edition | Description | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu Desktop | Standard desktop installation | Personal computers, workstations |
| Ubuntu Server | Server-optimized installation | Data centers, cloud deployments |
| Ubuntu Core | Minimal, transactional OS | IoT devices, edge computing, robotics |
| Ubuntu Cloud | Cloud-optimized images | AWS, Azure, GCP, OpenStack |
| Ubuntu WSL | Windows Subsystem for Linux | Windows developers |
| Tool | Description |
|---|---|
| APT | Advanced Package Tool for .deb packages |
| Snap | Canonical’s universal package format |
| Flatpak | Community-supported universal package format (optional) |
| PPA | Personal Package Archives for third-party software |
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Standard Support | 5 years free security updates and bug fixes |
| Ubuntu Pro | Free for personal use (up to 5 machines); includes ESM, Livepatch, FIPS |
| Ubuntu Pro (Enterprise) | Paid support with additional features and SLA |
| Extended Security Maintenance (ESM) | Additional 5 years security updates via Ubuntu Pro |
| Component | Desktop | Server |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | 2 GHz dual-core | 1 GHz+ |
| RAM | 4 GB (8 GB recommended) | 512 MB (2 GB recommended) |
| Storage | 25 GB | 2.5 GB |
| Display | 1024x768 | N/A |