Oracle JDK 8 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Oracle JDK 8 reached end of life on 31 Mar 2022. Standard support is over — security updates now require extended support, which runs to 31 Dec 2030.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Oracle JDK release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 18 Mar 2014 | — |
| End of life | 31 Mar 2022 | 4.4 years ago |
| Extended support ends | 31 Dec 2030 | 1,605 days left |
| Latest release | 8u501 · 21 Jul 2026 | final |
Where to go from 8
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 8 still safe to use?
Oracle JDK 8 left standard support on 31 Mar 2022. It still receives security updates under extended support until 31 Dec 2030 — 1,605 days from now — but only if you are enrolled. Without it, no fixes reach you.
Can I still download Oracle JDK 8?
Yes — the final release (8u501) 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 8 to?
Upgrade to Oracle JDK 26, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 18 Sept 2026).