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Claude Opus 4.8 deprecation & shutdown dates
3 Claude Opus 4.8 versions tracked across 2 providers. Next shutdown: claude-opus-4-8 on Anthropic, May 28, 2027 (earliest).
Last checked 2026-10-18 on the official deprecation pages.
Every Claude Opus 4.8 version on every provider we track, with the date and replacement each official deprecation page gives.
| Model ID | Provider | Status | Shutdown | Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
claude-opus-4-8 | Anthropic | active (earliest retirement date) | May 28, 2027 (earliest) | None listed by provider |
claude-opus-4-8 (1) | Azure OpenAI | scheduled | Sep 1, 2027 | None listed by provider |
claude-opus-4-8 (2) | Azure OpenAI | scheduled | Sep 1, 2027 | None listed by provider |
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Frequently asked questions
When is Claude Opus 4.8 being deprecated?
3 Claude Opus 4.8 versions tracked across 2 providers. Next shutdown: claude-opus-4-8 on Anthropic, May 28, 2027 (earliest).
What replaces Claude Opus 4.8?
No replacement is named on the official pages.
When does claude-opus-4-8 on Anthropic shut down?
claude-opus-4-8 on Anthropic shuts down no earlier than May 28, 2027. The provider lists no replacement.
When does claude-opus-4-8 (1) on Azure OpenAI shut down?
claude-opus-4-8 (1) on Azure OpenAI shuts down on Sep 1, 2027. The provider lists no replacement.
When does claude-opus-4-8 (2) on Azure OpenAI shut down?
claude-opus-4-8 (2) on Azure OpenAI shuts down on Sep 1, 2027. The provider lists no replacement.