> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://wiki.crosswatch.app/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://wiki.crosswatch.app/related-information/release-notes.md).

# Release notes

Use release notes to plan upgrades. Catch breaking changes early.

Major versions have their own page (example: `Version 0.7`).

Patch releases nest under the major version (example: `v0.7.8` under `Version 0.7`).

### Quick rules

* If you skip versions, read **every major version** you cross.
* Start with **Migration / first-run notes** and **breaking changes**.
* Treat patch releases as fixes unless called out.

### Before you upgrade

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Back up first. Always test your restore at least once.
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### Back up `/config`

Create a backup before you change versions.
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### Read every major version you cross

Do not skip migration notes or first-run warnings.
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### Upgrade and hard refresh

After major UI changes, refresh the browser fully.
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Minimum safe checklist:

* Back up your `/config` directory (Docker) or `CONFIG_BASE`.
* Snapshot local tracker state (if you rely on it): [Adapter: CrossWatch](/crosswatch/settings/synchronization/others/cw.md).
* Export or capture critical data before risky changes: [Captures](/crosswatch/main-dashboard/navigation/captures.md).
* Upgrade CrossWatch.
* Hard refresh your browser after major UI changes.

### Where to start

* New install or big jump: start at the latest major version page.
* Upgrading one patch: read the patch entry and any notes under the major.

Latest major:

* [Version 0.10](/related-information/release-notes/version-0.10.md)

### Common upgrade helpers

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### GitHub releases (source of truth)

GitHub has the authoritative list:

* <https://github.com/cenodude/CrossWatch/releases>

### Related topics

* [Docker setup](/getting-started/installation.md)
* [Maintenance](/crosswatch/settings/maintenance.md)
* [Configuration (config.json)](/crosswatch/advanced-and-api/configuration-reference.md)
* [Disclaimer](/related-information/disclaimer.md)

### Summary

Read each major version you skipped. Back up before you change anything.

### Next steps

* Read the latest major version notes: [Version 0.10](/related-information/release-notes/version-0.10.md)
* Confirm the exact build you’re on in GitHub releases: <https://github.com/cenodude/CrossWatch/releases>


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