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<p>Upgrading to the latest version of Domibus is not mandatory but is recommended to benefit from the latest features and security enhancements.</p><p>Key considerations:</p><ul><li>Custom plugins: Ensure that custom plugins are updated to remain compatible with the new Domibus version.</li><li>Support periods:<ul><li>Standard releases: Supported for at least one year from the release date of their minor version.</li><li>Long-Term Support (LTS) releases: Supported for at least two years from the release date of their minor version.</li></ul></li></ul><p>Additional information:</p><ul><li>Support expiration dates: Refer to <a href="/digital-building-blocks/sites/x/c4nXGw">Domibus releases</a> and <a href="/digital-building-blocks/sites/x/IabXGwc">Support arrangement</a> for exact expiration dates of the support periods.</li><li>LTS identification: Releases under Long-Term Support are clearly identified in <a href="https://ec.europa.eu/digital-building-blocks/sites/x/c4nXGw">Domibus releases</a> to assist in your upgrade planning.</li></ul><p>By staying updated, you ensure that your Domibus installation remains secure, supported and equipped with the latest functionalities.</p>
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