headscale | v0.27.1

Explore the Headscale v0.27.1 release with insights on new features, bug fixes, database maintenance, and essential upgrade instructions for optimal performance.

headscale v0.27.1 released on 11-11-2025


headscale v0.27.1 is out now. This release introduces significant improvements, including enhanced node expiration features and various bug fixes that ensure better performance and reliability.

Users need to visit the product GitHub or official pages for more information.

What’s in this release

  • Expire nodes with a custom timestamp
  • Fix issue where node expiry was reset when tailscaled restarts
  • Remove old unused database tables and indices

Upgrade notes

  • Always backup your database before upgrading; refer to the upgrade guide for detailed instructions.
  • It’s best to update from one stable version to the next to avoid complications.

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