# embed-multilingual-v2.0 — AI model deprecation and retirement dates by provider

For embed-multilingual-v2.0, provider is Cohere; lifecycle status is Shutdown; deprecation announced is April 4, 2026; shutdown / retirement date is April 4, 2026; recommended replacement is embed-multilingual-v3.0, embed-v4.0, recorded from its source on 2026-08-12.

- **Provider:** Cohere _(verified: appears in the quote below)_
- **Model ID / API name:** embed-multilingual-v2.0 _(verified: appears in the quote below)_
- **Lifecycle status:** Shutdown _(verified: appears in the quote below)_
- **Deprecation announced:** April 4, 2026
- **Shutdown / retirement date:** April 4, 2026
- **Recommended replacement:** embed-multilingual-v3.0, embed-v4.0

## What the source says

> To ensure a smooth transition, we recommend thorough testing of your applications with the new models well before the shutdown date. If your team requires assistance, do not hesitate to reach out to support@cohere.ai . Deprecation History All deprecations are listed below with the most recent announcements at the top. 2026-04-04: Embed v2.0, Aya Expanse 8B Effective April 4th, 2026, the following models will be retired: embed-english-v2.0 embed-english-light-v2.0 embed-multilingual-v2.0

## Source

- https://docs.cohere.com/v2/docs/deprecations

Last verified: 2026-08-12. Review by: 2026-09-11.
Part of [AI model deprecation and retirement dates by provider](https://referencesource.org/ai-model-deprecation-and-retirement/).