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GPT-5 mini deprecation & shutdown dates
2 GPT-5 mini versions tracked across 2 providers. Next shutdown: gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07 on OpenAI, Dec 11, 2026. Official replacements named: gpt-5.6-terra.
Last checked 2026-10-18 on the official deprecation pages.
Every GPT-5 mini version on every provider we track, with the date and replacement each official deprecation page gives.
| Model ID | Provider | Status | Shutdown | Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07 | OpenAI | scheduled | Dec 11, 2026 | gpt-5.6-terra |
gpt-5-mini (2025-08-07) | Azure OpenAI | scheduled | Feb 9, 2027 | None listed by provider |
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Frequently asked questions
When is GPT-5 mini being deprecated?
2 GPT-5 mini versions tracked across 2 providers. Next shutdown: gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07 on OpenAI, Dec 11, 2026. Official replacements named: gpt-5.6-terra.
What replaces GPT-5 mini?
The providers name: gpt-5.6-terra.
When does gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07 on OpenAI shut down?
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07 on OpenAI shuts down on Dec 11, 2026. Recommended replacement: gpt-5.6-terra.
When does gpt-5-mini (2025-08-07) on Azure OpenAI shut down?
gpt-5-mini (2025-08-07) on Azure OpenAI shuts down on Feb 9, 2027. The provider lists no replacement.