Dependabot drops support for Python 3.9
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deprecation announcement
Dependabot has officially ended support for Python 3.9, aligning with Python's own end-of-life for the version. This change means users still on Python 3.9 may encounter issues with Dependabot creating dependency update pull requests. Engineers are advised to upgrade to a supported Python release to ensure continued functionality.
- →Dependabot no longer supports Python 3.9
- →Action required for users on Python 3.9
Deprecations (1) ›
- Dependabot no longer supports Python 3.9
Python 3.9 has reached end-of-life and is no longer supported by Dependabot. Continued use risks Dependabot failing to create dependency update pull requests.
Notes (1) ›
- Action required for users on Python 3.9
Users continuing to use Python 3.9 should update to a supported Python release to ensure Dependabot functionality. Python 3.14 is the newest supported version as of May 2026.
Read the original announcement →
https://github.blog/changelog/2026-06-23-deprecation-of-python-3-9-for-dependabot
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