# Default Node.js version updated to 24.14.1

- Date: 2026-04-21
- Change type: Improved
- URL: https://render.com/changelog/default-node-js-version-updated-to-24-14-1

Newly created Node.js services now use Node.js 24.14.1 by default. You can always [specify a different version](https://render.com/docs/node-version).

*Existing* Node.js services keep their original default version to prevent breaking changes.