Azul Zulu 9 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Azul Zulu 9 reached end of life on 31 Mar 2018. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Azul Zulu release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 21 Sept 2017 | — |
| End of life | 31 Mar 2018 | 8.4 years ago |
| Extended support ends | 30 Sept 2018 | over |
| Latest release | 9.0.7.1 · 27 Apr 2018 | final |
Where to go from 9
Recommended target: Azul Zulu 26 (supported until 30 Sept 2026).
The newest actively supported branch is Azul Zulu 26 (latest release 26.28.59).
Frequently asked questions
Is Azul Zulu 9 still safe to use?
Azul Zulu 9 reached end of life on 31 Mar 2018, 3,053 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Azul Zulu 9?
Yes — the final release (9.0.7.1) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Azul Zulu 9 to?
Upgrade to Azul Zulu 26, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Sept 2026).