Next.js
VerifiedThe React framework for the Web created by Vercel.
Next.js Chronological Timeline
September 2026 Security Release
Next.js has released a security-focused update for the September 2026 cycle. This release addresses identified vulnerabilities within the framework's core codebase.
Next.js 15 Releases Turbopack for Dev by Default and React 19 Support
Vercel released Next.js 15, enabling the Rust-based Turbopack bundler by default for local development with up to 96% faster code startup.
Upcoming Next.js September Security Release
Next.js has scheduled a security-focused software release for September 30, 2026. This update will address identified vulnerabilities within the framework's codebase.
Next.js Security Update for a Critical Upstream Issue
Next.js released an out-of-band security patch on September 22, 2026. This update addresses a critical vulnerability originating from an upstream dependency.
Upcoming Next.js Security Update for a Critical Upstream Issue
Next.js versions 16.3.6 and 15.5.26 are scheduled for release on September 22, 2026. These releases address a critical vulnerability originating from an upstream dependency.
How we closed 1,500 GitHub issues in one month
The Next.js team deployed an autonomous AI agent to triage, verify, and resolve 1,500 legacy GitHub issues. This process utilized automated research to validate the status of long-standing backlog items.
How Turbopack chunks your JavaScript
Next.js 16.3 introduces experimental features specifically designed to optimize Turbopack's JavaScript chunking mechanism. These updates enable more efficient code sharing across pages to reduce initial page load times.
August 2026 Security Release
Next.js has released a security-focused update for the August 2026 cycle. This release addresses undisclosed vulnerabilities within the framework's core codebase.
Update: August Next.js Security Release
The scheduled August security release for Next.js has been rescheduled to August 25, 2026. This adjustment shifts the deployment timeline for the upcoming security patches.
Upcoming Next.js August Security Release
Next.js has scheduled a security-focused update for release on August 26, 2026. This release is intended to address vulnerabilities within the framework's codebase.
Building App-like Experiences with Next.js 16.3
Next.js 16.3 introduces native support for Instant Navigations and optimistic updates. The release enables persistent live client state management alongside server-rendered data.
Complete Next.js Change Log Index
| Date | Change Title | Type | Impact | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | September 2026 Security Release | security | 9/10 | View ➔ |
| Sep 28, 2026 | Next.js 15 Releases Turbopack for Dev by Default and React 19 Support | product_launch | 9/10 | View ➔ |
| Sep 23, 2026 | Upcoming Next.js September Security Release | security | 8/10 | View ➔ |
| Sep 22, 2026 | Next.js Security Update for a Critical Upstream Issue | security | 10/10 | View ➔ |
| Sep 21, 2026 | Upcoming Next.js Security Update for a Critical Upstream Issue | security | 9/10 | View ➔ |
| Sep 4, 2026 | How we closed 1,500 GitHub issues in one month | feature | 6/10 | View ➔ |
| Sep 3, 2026 | How Turbopack chunks your JavaScript | feature | 7/10 | View ➔ |
| Aug 25, 2026 | August 2026 Security Release | security | 9/10 | View ➔ |
| Aug 25, 2026 | Update: August Next.js Security Release | security | 8/10 | View ➔ |
| Aug 20, 2026 | Upcoming Next.js August Security Release | security | 8/10 | View ➔ |
| Aug 18, 2026 | Building App-like Experiences with Next.js 16.3 | product_launch | 9/10 | View ➔ |