GitHub Copilot models deprecation scheduled for October 19th
Selected GitHub Copilot models will be deprecated across all Copilot experiences including Chat, inline edits, and code completions on October 19th, 2026. Users should plan to migrate to newer models before the deprecation date.
We will deprecate the following models across all GitHub Copilot experiences (including Copilot Chat, inline edits, ask and agent modes, and code completions) on October 19th, 2026:
| Model | Deprecation date | Suggested alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Gemini 3.7 Flash | 2026-10-19 | Gemini 3.8 Flash |
| GPT-5.5 | 2026-10-19 | GPT-5.6 Sol |
| GPT-5.4 | 2026-10-19 | GPT-5.6 Sol |
| GPT-5.4 mini | 2026-10-19 | GPT-5.6 Luna |
| GPT-5 mini | 2026-10-19 | GPT-5.6 Luna |
| Grok 4.5 | 2026-10-19 | Grok 4.6 |
Please update your workflows and integrations to use the supported models before this date. Under default model enablement, the suggested alternatives are automatically enabled for Copilot Enterprise and Copilot Business customers unless an administrator has turned off the global default or explicitly disabled the model. If you’ve turned off the global default, you can enable access to the alternative models through their model policies in Copilot settings.
Once enabled, users will see the model in the Copilot Chat model selector in supported GitHub Copilot experiences.
No action is required to remove the models after they have been deprecated.
GitHub Enterprise customers with questions or concerns are encouraged to contact their account team for assistance.
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