The current version of tmux is 3.8 (as of 09/10/2026). patchletter checks the official source daily and emails you new releases.
tmux at a glance
tmux is a widely used terminal multiplexer, letting admins run and persist multiple terminal sessions in one window and keep them alive across disconnects — a staple for remote server work. tmux ships releases in an unhurried cadence plus fixes.
For admins tmux is low-risk and usually comes from the distribution. The update driver is features and compatibility rather than security, though keeping it current picks up any parsing fixes. Its real value is operational: persistent sessions mean a dropped SSH connection doesn't kill your long-running task, and you can reattach later — invaluable for maintenance work. Configuration is per-user; back up your config if you invest in it. There's little to maintain beyond a current version. A note: tmux sessions persist as the user, so on shared systems be mindful of leaving sensitive sessions attached. Related tools include screen and zellij. Patchletter surfaces new tmux releases so fixes land.
Version history & changelog · as detected by patchletter
| Version | Channel | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8 | STABLE | 09/10/2026 | – |
| 3.7c | STABLE | 19/08/2026 | – |
| 3.7b | STABLE | 08/07/2026 | – |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the latest version of tmux?
- tmux 3.8, released 09/10/2026. patchletter checks the vendor's official source daily for new releases.
- Where can I find the tmux release notes?
- The version history above links to the vendor's official release notes where the vendor publishes them. patchletter deliberately stores no vendor full texts.
- How do I get notified about new tmux updates?
- Tick tmux off in the catalogue and leave your address. From then on new versions go out by email — one at a time, or bundled in the daily or weekly digest.
An email as soon as a new tmux version ships
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