Latest jq version: 1.8.2
The current stable version of jq is 1.8.2.
Stable release
1.8.2Release date: 2026-06-20. Source verified: 2026-06-23. Source: jq GitHub releases.
Command-line JSON processor for filtering, transforming, and inspecting JSON data.
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jq GitHub releases
Verification status
Source verified: 2026-06-23.
Release date
Release date: 2026-06-20.
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jq latest-version FAQ
What is the latest version of jq?
The latest verified stable version of jq is 1.8.2. The release date in the catalog is 2026-06-20.
Where should I verify jq releases?
Use jq GitHub releases or the official jq website before critical installs. What-Version links to official sources and does not mirror installers.
Where do I download jq?
Use the official jq download page to choose the right build for macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, or Android when one is verified.