Node.js v20 reaches end-of-life on April 30, 2026. After that date, Node.js v20 will no longer receive security patches and will be removed from the VIP software management tool.
VIP will automatically update non-production environments to Node.js v22 on April 24, while all production environments will be updated on April 30, 2026. We recommend upgrading proactively to maintain full control over testing and timing.
What you need to do
Updating takes 5–10 minutes per environment with zero downtime. Here’s the recommended process:
- Test locally first. This testing should include a fresh reinstallation of dependencies, as the behavior of
npm installcan differ between Node.js major versions. Versions are backward compatible, but reinstalling dependencies helps surface version-specific changes. - Update a non-production environment. In the VIP Dashboard, navigate to Code > Software Versions and select your new Node.js version. Your application will rebuild and deploy automatically with no downtime.
- Deploy to production. Once you’ve verified everything works as expected, update your production environment the same way.
Read the Node.js version management guide and our Software Versions documentation for detailed instructions.
Important dates
- April 24, 2026: all non-production environments running Node.js v20 will be automatically updated to Node.js v22.
- April 30, 2026: any remaining production environments running Node.js v20 will be automatically updated to Node.js v22.
If you have any questions about the update, contact our Support team and we’ll be happy to assist.