Linux Mint
Linux Mint 22.3 "Zena"
Linux Mint 22.3 "Zena" is the current Linux Mint release, out since 11 January 2026. It is a long-term support release based on Ubuntu 24.04 and is supported until April 2029.
- Release type
- Long-term support (until April 2029)
- Released
- Jan 11, 2026
- Codename
- Zena
- Based on
- Ubuntu 24.04
- Editions
- Cinnamon, MATE, Xfce
- Support
- Until April 2029
What's new in Linux Mint 22.3 "Zena"
Long-term support
Supported until April 2029, like every Linux Mint 22.x release.
Ubuntu 24.04 base
Linux Mint 22.x is built on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, so it shares its hardware support and package base.
Easy move from 22.x
People on Linux Mint 22, 22.1 or 22.2 can move to 22.3 through the Update Manager.
Release timeline
- 22.2 out 4 Sep 2025
- Released 11 Jan 2026
- Today 3 Nov 2026
- 27 expected 20 Dec 26-31 Jan 27 · est.
- Support ends 30 Apr 2029
Release log
- Nov 3, 2026 official Linux Mint's release notes call 22.3 a long-term support release supported until April 2029, based on Ubuntu 24.04.
- Jan 11, 2026 report endoflife.date lists Linux Mint 22.3 "Zena" as released on 11 January 2026.
How to get Linux Mint 22.3 "Zena"
Fresh install
Pick an edition (Cinnamon, MATE or Xfce) on linuxmint.com, write the ISO to a USB stick and boot from it.
Upgrading
Point releases in the same series (for example 22.2 to 22.3) are offered in the Update Manager under Edit.
Moves to a new series (for example 21.x to 22) use the mintupgrade tool described in the Linux Mint documentation.
Linux Mint 22.3 editions and flavors
All Linux Mint versions
| Version | Released | Gap | Support | Get it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux Mint 27 Adrien | 20 Dec 26-31 Jan 27 | Not out yet | ||
| Linux Mint 22.3 LTS Zena | Jan 11, 2026 | 4.2 mo | Until Apr 2029 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 22.2 LTS Zara | Sep 4, 2025 | 7.6 mo | Until Apr 2029 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 22.1 LTS Xia | Jan 16, 2025 | 5.7 mo | Until Apr 2029 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 22 LTS Wilma | Jul 25, 2024 | 6.4 mo | Until Apr 2029 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 21.3 LTS Virginia | Jan 12, 2024 | 5.9 mo | Until Apr 2027 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 21.2 LTS Victoria | Jul 16, 2023 | 6.8 mo | Until Apr 2027 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 21.1 LTS Vera | Dec 20, 2022 | 4.7 mo | Until Apr 2027 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 21 LTS Vanessa | Jul 31, 2022 | 6.7 mo | Until Apr 2027 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 20.3 LTS Una | Jan 7, 2022 | 6.0 mo | Ended Apr 2025 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 20.2 LTS Uma | Jul 8, 2021 | 5.9 mo | Ended Apr 2025 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 20.1 LTS Ulyssa | Jan 8, 2021 | 6.4 mo | Ended Apr 2025 | Notes |
Questions
When is the Linux Mint 22.3 "Zena" release date?
Linux Mint 22.3 "Zena" was released on Jan 11, 2026.
Where can I download Linux Mint 22.3 "Zena"?
From Linux Mint's official site, linuxmint.com. We only link to official downloads and never host files ourselves.
How long is Linux Mint 22.3 "Zena" supported?
Supported until April 2029. Release type: Long-term support (until April 2029).
What's new in Linux Mint 22.3 "Zena"?
Long-term support, Ubuntu 24.04 base, Easy move from 22.x. The highlights on this page explain each one.
How often does Linux Mint release?
Changing: previously twice a year, now about once a year (reported). Over its recent releases the average gap was about 6.1 months.
Which Linux Mint edition should I choose?
Cinnamon is the main and most popular edition. Xfce is lighter and suits older computers. MATE is a classic, steady desktop.
What is LMDE?
Linux Mint Debian Edition: the same Cinnamon desktop built directly on Debian instead of Ubuntu.