# Google Gemini 3.6 Flash — deprecation status

> No — Gemini 3.6 Flash is not deprecated as of July 30, 2026. Google has announced neither a deprecation nor a shutdown date for it.

The current Flash model, and the successor Google names for the entire 2.x Flash line. Google publishes a shutdown date for almost every Gemini model as a matter of policy; this one has none yet, which is the clearest signal available that it is at the front of the queue rather than the back.

## Facts

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Provider | Google |
| Model id | `gemini-3.6-flash` |
| Status | Active |
| Released | July 21, 2026 |
| Last verified | July 30, 2026 |

## FAQ

### Is Google Gemini 3.6 Flash still available?

Yes. Google Gemini 3.6 Flash is active and fully supported as of July 30, 2026.

## Sources

- [Gemini API deprecations](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/deprecations) — accessed 2026-07-30

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