RC1, the first release candidate of WordPress 6.8, has been officially released. This release marks the end of the development phase and the beginning of a full testing and optimization phase. The new version is scheduled to go live on April 15, 2025.

WordPress 6.8 Beta 3 is now available for testing, bringing several editor optimizations and bug fixes, including mobile save panel display, template background improvements, and more. It is recommended to experience the new features in the test environment and provide feedback.