Your Version¶
To find your version of Linux Mint, open a terminal and type:
Long Term Support¶
Each major Linux Mint release is supported for 5 years.
| Version | Supported until |
|---|---|
| 17, 17.1, 17.2, 17.3 | April 2019 |
| 18, 18.1, 18.2, 18.3 | April 2021 |
| 19, 19.1, 19.2, 19.3 | April 2023 |
| 20, 20.1, 20.2, 20.3 | April 2025 |
| 21, 21.1, 21.2, 21.3 | April 2027 |
Types of upgrade¶
Minor¶
Upgrades from one point release to another point release within the same major version of Linux Mint are simple and easy to perform. They take just a few minutes.
Major¶
Upgrades from one major version to the next are usually more complex. They can take up to a few hours. They can require a certain level of knowledge and experience from the user.