Planning is underway for WordPress 7.0! This post outlines the proposed schedule along with a call for volunteers to support the release process.
Following the typical cadence and accounting for holidays later in the year, the proposed final release date for 7.0 is Thursday, April 9, 2026. This proposed timeline remains flexible for the resulting Release Squad and adjustments can be made if necessary as they determine what timeline works best for their schedule.
Proposed Schedule
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