Couchbase Server 4.6 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Couchbase Server 4.6 reached end of life on 31 Aug 2018. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Couchbase Server release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 16 Feb 2017 | — |
| End of life | 31 Aug 2018 | 7.9 years ago |
| Latest release | 5.0.1 · 15 Dec 2017 | final |
Where to go from 4.6
Recommended target: Couchbase Server 8.0 (supported until 31 Oct 2028).
The newest actively supported branch is Couchbase Server 8.0 (latest release 8.0.2).
Frequently asked questions
Is Couchbase Server 4.6 still safe to use?
Couchbase Server 4.6 reached end of life on 31 Aug 2018, 2,900 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Couchbase Server 4.6?
Yes — the final release (5.0.1) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Couchbase Server 4.6 to?
Upgrade to Couchbase Server 8.0, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 31 Oct 2028).