Oracle JDK 16 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Oracle JDK 16 reached end of life on 14 Sept 2021. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Oracle JDK release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 16 Mar 2021 | — |
| End of life | 14 Sept 2021 | 4.9 years ago |
| Latest release | 16.0.2 · 20 Jul 2021 | final |
Where to go from 16
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 16 still safe to use?
Oracle JDK 16 reached end of life on 14 Sept 2021, 1,790 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Oracle JDK 16?
Yes — the final release (16.0.2) 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 16 to?
Upgrade to Oracle JDK 26, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 18 Sept 2026).