Alibaba Dragonwell 8 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Alibaba Dragonwell 8 reached end of life on 30 Jun 2026. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Alibaba Dragonwell release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 24 Jun 2019 | — |
| End of life | 30 Jun 2026 | 0.1 years ago |
| Latest release | 8.29.28 · 15 May 2026 | final |
Where to go from 8
Recommended target: Alibaba Dragonwell 25 (supported until 30 Sept 2029).
The newest actively supported branch is Alibaba Dragonwell 25 (latest release 25.0.4.0.4+7).
Frequently asked questions
Is Alibaba Dragonwell 8 still safe to use?
Alibaba Dragonwell 8 reached end of life on 30 Jun 2026, 40 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Alibaba Dragonwell 8?
Yes — the final release (8.29.28) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Alibaba Dragonwell 8 to?
Upgrade to Alibaba Dragonwell 25, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Sept 2029).