Amazon RDS for MySQL 8.0.45 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Amazon RDS for MySQL 8.0.45 reached end of life on 31 Jul 2026. Standard support is over — security updates now require extended support, which runs to 31 Jul 2029.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Amazon RDS for MySQL release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 20 Jan 2026 | — |
| End of life | 31 Jul 2026 | 0.0 years ago |
| Extended support ends | 31 Jul 2029 | 1,087 days left |
| Latest release | 8.0.45 · 3 Feb 2026 | final |
Where to go from 8.0.45
Recommended target: Amazon RDS for MySQL 8.4.9 (supported until 31 Jul 2029).
The newest actively supported branch is Amazon RDS for MySQL 8.4.9 (latest release 8.4.9).
Frequently asked questions
Is Amazon RDS for MySQL 8.0.45 still safe to use?
Amazon RDS for MySQL 8.0.45 left standard support on 31 Jul 2026. It still receives security updates under extended support until 31 Jul 2029 — 1,087 days from now — but only if you are enrolled. Without it, no fixes reach you.
Can I still download Amazon RDS for MySQL 8.0.45?
Yes — the final release (8.0.45) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Amazon RDS for MySQL 8.0.45 to?
Upgrade to Amazon RDS for MySQL 8.4.9, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 31 Jul 2029).