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Vue.js Version History & Release Schedule (2026)

DodaTech Updated 2026-06-20 5 min read

In this tutorial, you'll learn about Vue.js Version History & Release Schedule (2026). We cover key concepts, practical examples, and best practices to help you understand and apply this topic effectively.

Vue.js version history from 0.6 (2014) through 3.x (2026) documents major releases, features, breaking changes, and end-of-life timelines for Vue 2 and Vue 3. Evan You's Vue team follows a community-driven release schedule with major versions every 2–4 years and a formal LTS policy introduced with Vue 3. With Vue 2 reaching its final end-of-life in December 2024, all new projects and production upgrades should target Vue.js 3, which powers applications ranging from e-commerce dashboards to Doda Browser's settings interface.

Vue.js Version Support Table

Major Version Release Date LTS Start EOL Date
0.6–0.12 2014–2015 — EOL
1.0 Oct 2015 — EOL
2.0 Sep 2016 — Dec 2024
2.7 (last 2.x) Jul 2022 — Dec 2024
3.0 Sep 2020 Jan 2024 Dec 2027
3.3 May 2023 Jan 2024 Dec 2027
3.4 Dec 2023 Jan 2024 Dec 2027
3.5 Sep 2024 Sep 2024 TBD

Vue.js Version Feature History

Version Release Date Key Features
0.6 Dec 2014 First public release, data-binding, components
1.0 Oct 2015 Stable API, transitions, filters
2.0 Sep 2016 Virtual Dom, render functions, Vue CLI
2.2 Feb 2017 Server-side rendering improvements
2.3 Apr 2017 Async components, static hoisting
2.4 Jul 2017 Server-side async components
2.5 Oct 2017 Error handling improvements, TypeScript types
2.6 Feb 2019 Slots unification, error tracking
2.7 Jul 2022 Backported Composition API, Vite support
3.0 Sep 2020 Composition API, Teleport, Fragments, Proxy-based reactivity
3.1 Jun 2021 Migrate from vue-cli to Vite default
3.2 Aug 2021 <script setup>, CSS v-bind, Suspense
3.3 May 2023 Generics, defineModel, macros improvements
3.4 Dec 2023 Parser rewrite, reactivity performance, SSR improvements
3.5 Sep 2024 Reactive Props Destructure, useId, memory optimizations

Vue.js Support Policy

Vue's support lifecycle differs between Vue 2 and Vue 3.

Vue 2 (EOL December 2024):

  • Vue 2 received extended community support through 2024.
  • The Vue team released Vue 2.7 as the final minor version, backporting Composition API and Vite support so teams could prepare for Migration.
  • As of January 1, 2025, Vue 2 receives no further updates — including security patches.
  • NPM packages still work but will accumulate unpatched vulnerabilities over time.

Vue 3 (LTS through December 2027):

  • Vue 3.0 shipped in September 2020 with the Composition API, Proxy-based reactivity, and TypeScript-native types.
  • Vue 3 entered a formal LTS phase starting January 2024, guaranteeing security patches through December 2027.
  • The Vue team ships minor releases (3.x) every 4–6 months with new features and performance improvements.
  • Patch releases (3.x.y) are shipped as needed for bug fixes and security updates.

How to Check Your Vue.js Version

npm list vue
# vue@3.4.21

From a running application:

import Vue from 'vue';
console.log(Vue.version);
// In Vue 3: "3.4.21"

Check your Vue CLI version:

vue --version

Upgrading from Vue 2 to Vue 3

Migration Step Tool / Command Details
Run Migration helper npx @vue/compat Detects incompatible code patterns
Switch to Composition API Manual refactor Options API still works in Vue 3
Update dependency npm install vue@3 Install the latest stable Vue 3
Migrate router npm install vue-router@4 Vue Router 4 is required for Vue 3
Migrate state npm install pinia Pinia replaces Vuex for Vue 3
Remove filters Manual Filters are removed; use computed or methods
Test thoroughly npm test Run your test suite after each Migration step

Key Breaking Changes: Vue 2 → Vue 3

  • Reactivity system: Object.defineProperty → Proxy (faster, supports Map/Set)
  • API surface: new Vue() → createApp()
  • Component options: filters removed, mixins discouraged in favor of composables
  • Global API: Vue.component() → app.component()
  • Template directives: v-model changed for components, key required on v-for
  • TypeScript: First-class support, rewritten types
  • Bundle size: Vue 3 is ~30% smaller than Vue 2 (gzipped)

FAQ

When did Vue 2 reach end-of-life?

Vue 2 reached end-of-life on December 31, 2024. No further updates — including security patches — will be released. All projects still running Vue 2 should migrate to Vue 3 immediately. The official Migration build (@vue/compat) helps identify incompatible code patterns.

What is the difference between Vue 3 LTS and regular releases?

Vue 3 entered an LTS phase in January 2024, guaranteeing security-critical patches through December 2027. Minor releases (3.4, 3.5) continue to ship new features and performance improvements during LTS. This combines long-term stability with ongoing innovation — unlike Vue 2, which had no formal LTS commitment.

Can I use Vuex with Vue 3?

Vuex 4 supports Vue 3, but the Vue team recommends Pinia as the official state management library for Vue 3. Pinia has a cleaner API, full TypeScript support, and works with both Options API and Composition API. Migration from Vuex is straightforward: actions become methods, mutations become direct assignments.

Does Vue 3 support Internet Explorer?

No. Vue 3 dropped IE11 support because Proxy (the new reactivity system) cannot be polyfilled. Vue 2 continues to work in IE11 because it used Object.defineProperty. If you need IE11 support, stay on Vue 2 (EOL) or use a compatibility layer.

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