How long do hard boiled cooked last?
Eggs (hard boiled cooked) keep 2 days in the refrigerator.
Fridge
After cooking
2days
Freezer
Do not freeze
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Pantry
No known time
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Mine has been in the fridge for
Refreeze after thawing in the fridge?
- United States
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- United Kingdom
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How long do eggs last in the refrigerator?
- Hard boiled cooked2 daysAfter cooking
Refrigerators should be set to maintain a temperature of 40 °F or below.
Your fridge should be set between 0 and 5°C.
Other forms
| Form | Fridge | Freezer | Pantry |
|---|---|---|---|
| In shell | 3-5 weeks | - | - |
| Raw whites, yolks | 2-4 days | - | - |
| General guidance | - | 3 months | - |
What the official sources say
“Hard-cooked eggs 1 week Do not freeze.”
“Hard-cooked eggs 1 week Do not freeze”
“You can safely store a boiled egg in the fridge for a couple of days.”
Sources
We always show the most cautious time among official sources. Last verified: October 1, 2026.
- FoodSafety.gov Cold Food Storage Chart US
- Food Standards Agency - consumer food hygiene guidance GB
- Ministère de l'Agriculture FR
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration US
- Food Standards Scotland GB
- UK Government GB
- Love Food Hate Waste (WRAP) GB
- NHS inform (Scotland) GB
- University of Kentucky Extension US
- Oregon State University Extension US
- USDA FSIS FoodKeeper data US
- USDA FSIS Safe Food Handling and Preparation US