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Codex Mini deprecation & shutdown dates
2 Codex Mini versions tracked across 2 providers. Next shutdown: codex-mini (2025-05-16) on Azure OpenAI, Nov 15, 2026. Official replacements named: gpt-5-codex-mini.
Last checked 2026-10-18 on the official deprecation pages.
Every Codex Mini version on every provider we track, with the date and replacement each official deprecation page gives.
| Model ID | Provider | Status | Shutdown | Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
codex-mini-latest | OpenAI | retired | Feb 12, 2026 | gpt-5-codex-mini |
codex-mini (2025-05-16) | Azure OpenAI | scheduled | Nov 15, 2026 | None listed by provider |
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Frequently asked questions
When is Codex Mini being deprecated?
2 Codex Mini versions tracked across 2 providers. Next shutdown: codex-mini (2025-05-16) on Azure OpenAI, Nov 15, 2026. Official replacements named: gpt-5-codex-mini.
What replaces Codex Mini?
The providers name: gpt-5-codex-mini.
When does codex-mini-latest on OpenAI shut down?
codex-mini-latest on OpenAI was shut down on Feb 12, 2026. Recommended replacement: gpt-5-codex-mini.
When does codex-mini (2025-05-16) on Azure OpenAI shut down?
codex-mini (2025-05-16) on Azure OpenAI shuts down on Nov 15, 2026. The provider lists no replacement.