Apache ActiveMQ Classic 5.16 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Apache ActiveMQ Classic 5.16 reached end of life on 18 Mar 2023. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Apache ActiveMQ Classic release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 25 Jun 2020 | — |
| End of life | 18 Mar 2023 | 3.4 years ago |
| Latest release | 5.16.8 · 18 Mar 2025 | final |
Where to go from 5.16
Recommended target: Apache ActiveMQ Classic 6.3.
The newest actively supported branch is Apache ActiveMQ Classic 6.3 (latest release 6.3.1).
Frequently asked questions
Is Apache ActiveMQ Classic 5.16 still safe to use?
Apache ActiveMQ Classic 5.16 reached end of life on 18 Mar 2023, 1,240 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Apache ActiveMQ Classic 5.16?
Yes — the final release (5.16.8) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Apache ActiveMQ Classic 5.16 to?
Upgrade to Apache ActiveMQ Classic 6.3, the newest actively supported branch.