Plone 5.2 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Plone 5.2 reached end of life on 31 Oct 2024. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Plone release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 10 Jul 2019 | — |
| End of life | 31 Oct 2024 | 1.8 years ago |
| Active support ended | 31 Oct 2023 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 5.2.15 · 1 Aug 2024 | final |
Where to go from 5.2
Recommended target: Plone 6.2 (supported until 31 Dec 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Plone 6.2 (latest release 6.2.1).
Frequently asked questions
Is Plone 5.2 still safe to use?
Plone 5.2 reached end of life on 31 Oct 2024, 647 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Plone 5.2?
Yes — the final release (5.2.15) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Plone 5.2 to?
Upgrade to Plone 6.2, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 31 Dec 2027).