Oracle JDK 15 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Oracle JDK 15 reached end of life on 16 Mar 2021. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Oracle JDK release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 15 Sept 2020 | — |
| End of life | 16 Mar 2021 | 5.4 years ago |
| Latest release | 15.0.2 · 19 Jan 2021 | final |
Where to go from 15
Recommended target: Oracle JDK 26 (supported until 18 Sept 2026).
The newest actively supported branch is Oracle JDK 26 (latest release 26.0.2).
Frequently asked questions
Is Oracle JDK 15 still safe to use?
Oracle JDK 15 reached end of life on 16 Mar 2021, 1,972 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Oracle JDK 15?
Yes — the final release (15.0.2) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Oracle JDK 15 to?
Upgrade to Oracle JDK 26, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 18 Sept 2026).