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# Using the release notes

# Using the release notes {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Yokohama  
Updated January 30, 2025  
![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read  
Learn how to navigate the redesigned release notes and find the information you're
looking for.

## Navigating the release notes

We've redesigned the ServiceNow release notes experience to provide
phased content that more closely matches the upgrade process.  
Figure 1. Using the release notes

## Release notes directory

Learn where you can find different release notes content throughout your upgrade
journey.
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| Section | Content |
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| [Learn about the Yokohama release](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/Vi1e8bdk_0ezOvj_JSqFdg "The Yokohama release includes new features and improvements built on the ServiceNow AI Platform.") | Review the release highlights to learn about new features and enhancements, and use curated release notes that correspond to your upgrade path. * [Release notes for upgrading from Xanadu](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/kSAKVVo8OBmO1LHxotRJdw "When you upgrade from the Xanadu release, understand the fixes in each release version, notable changes for the user interface, browser support, plugin updates, and each feature's upgrade and migration tasks if applicable.") * [Release notes for upgrading from Washington DC](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/LyvjzHsews63xgPL73~CWQ "When you upgrade from the Washington DC release, understand the fixes in each release version, notable changes for the user interface, browser support, plugin updates, and each feature's upgrade and migration tasks if applicable.") * [Release notes for upgrading from Vancouver](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/S60DZSCK0TRJJVBmm8DslA "When you upgrade from the Vancouver release, understand the fixes in each release version, notable changes for the user interface, browser support, plugin updates, and each feature's upgrade and migration tasks if applicable.") {#rn-getting-started-landing-page__ul_ulf_ydx_wmb} Each curated release notes package includes tools to help inform the next steps in your upgrade, including: * Yokohama highlights * Features and changes by product, which are pre-combined for cross-family upgrades * Changes to plugins * Personalized PRB release notes * Available patches and hotfixes * Browser support * Accessibility and compliance {#rn-getting-started-landing-page__ul_vlf_ydx_wmb} |
| [Prepare your upgrade](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/tQUTzvVtdVNptm41zm_x4Q "Before each upgrade, refresh your memory on general upgrade information, learn which important pre- and post- upgrade tasks apply to your upgrade, and learn how to use ServiceNow products and tools to make your experience easier.") | Start preparing for your upgrade with our upgrade planning checklist and series of tasks to complete before and after your upgrade. Improve your upgrade experience with ServiceNow upgrade products, tools, and best practices. * ServiceNow upgrades * Pre- and post-upgrade tasks for various products * Upgrade planning checklist * Upgrade tools and resources * Upgrades and the ServiceNow Store {#rn-getting-started-landing-page__ul_bjt_ydx_wmb} |
| [ServiceNow upgrades](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/gT4zpGHCQSL790audteXjw "The upgrade process moves your instance to a new ServiceNow release version. Understand the difference between upgrading and patching, release definitions, rollback and backup options, and how to test your non-production and production instance upgrades.") | Our upgrade guide includes testing guidance, information on how to schedule your upgrades, and more. * Phase 1 - Read the release notes and plan your upgrade * Phase 2 - Prepare for the development instance upgrade * Phase 3 - Verify your upgrade configurations and schedule the development instance upgrade in Now Support * Phase 4 - Upgrade and validate the development instance * Phase 5 - If applicable: Upgrade and validate your other non-production instances, such as your test instance * Phase 6 - Prepare to upgrade the production instance * Phase 7 - Upgrade the production instance {#rn-getting-started-landing-page__ul_wq1_zdx_wmb} |
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## Release notes tour {#rn-getting-started-landing-page__section_cym_4nd_tmb}

Learn how to navigate the redesigned release notes and find the information you're looking
for. Use new release notes tools to improve your upgrade experience.

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