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o3 Mini deprecation & shutdown dates
2 o3 Mini versions tracked across 2 providers. Next shutdown: o3-mini-2025-01-31 on OpenAI, Oct 23, 2026. Official replacements named: gpt-5.6-sol, gpt-5.6-terra.
Last checked 2026-10-18 on the official deprecation pages.
Every o3 Mini version on every provider we track, with the date and replacement each official deprecation page gives.
| Model ID | Provider | Status | Shutdown | Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
o3-mini-2025-01-31 | OpenAI | scheduled | Oct 23, 2026 | gpt-5.6-sol |
o3-mini (2025-01-31) | Azure OpenAI | scheduled | Nov 19, 2026 | gpt-5.6-terra |
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Frequently asked questions
When is o3 Mini being deprecated?
2 o3 Mini versions tracked across 2 providers. Next shutdown: o3-mini-2025-01-31 on OpenAI, Oct 23, 2026. Official replacements named: gpt-5.6-sol, gpt-5.6-terra.
What replaces o3 Mini?
The providers name: gpt-5.6-sol, gpt-5.6-terra.
When does o3-mini-2025-01-31 on OpenAI shut down?
o3-mini-2025-01-31 on OpenAI shuts down on Oct 23, 2026. Recommended replacement: gpt-5.6-sol.
When does o3-mini (2025-01-31) on Azure OpenAI shut down?
o3-mini (2025-01-31) on Azure OpenAI shuts down on Nov 19, 2026. Recommended replacement: gpt-5.6-terra.