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Claude Code 2.1.86

Released

Claude Code 2.1.86 was released on March 27, 2026 with 26 documented changes.

What changed in Claude Code 2.1.86?

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  • Improved file handling now prevents errors when accessing external files and excludes VCS metadata directories.
  • Performance and stability enhancements address configuration corruption, memory leaks, and out-of-memory issues in long sessions.
  • Key fixes resolve several UI glitches, including incorrect copy-pasting of URLs and inconsistent display behavior for messages and models.
  • API requests now include a session ID header to aid proxy aggregation without parsing content.
  • Users will experience more reliable plugin execution and reduced token usage through optimized file references and tool descriptions.

Is this the latest version?

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