Azure DevOps Server Reaches General Availability
Microsoft's on-premises Azure DevOps Server transitions from Release Candidate to general availability, introducing Modern Lifecycle Policy and continuous updates.
Azure DevOps Server reached general availability in December 2025, marking the transition from Release Candidate phase to production readiness for organizations requiring self-hosted DevOps solutions.
Modern Lifecycle Policy
For the first time, Azure DevOps Server operates under Microsoft's Modern Lifecycle Policy rather than a Fixed Lifecycle Policy. Support is now tied to customers staying current on updates and meeting servicing requirements, replacing the previous model with fixed end-of-support dates.
Continuous Update Model
The product no longer follows a two-year major version release cycle. Instead, Azure DevOps Server receives frequent updates as a single, ongoing version. Microsoft dropped the year designation from the product name—it's now simply "Azure DevOps Server"—to eliminate confusion about version currency and support status.
Upgrade Paths
Organizations can upgrade directly from Azure DevOps Server RC or any supported version of Team Foundation Server (TFS 2015 and newer). The GA release delivers enterprise-grade DevOps capabilities including source control, CI/CD pipelines, artifact management, and work tracking for teams preferring on-premises deployments over cloud-based Azure DevOps Services.
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