Azul Zulu 20 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Azul Zulu 20 reached end of life on 19 Sept 2023. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Azul Zulu release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 21 Mar 2023 | — |
| End of life | 19 Sept 2023 | 2.9 years ago |
| Extended support ends | 31 Mar 2024 | over |
| Latest release | 20.32.11 · 18 Jul 2023 | final |
Where to go from 20
Recommended target: Azul Zulu 26 (supported until 30 Sept 2026).
The newest actively supported branch is Azul Zulu 26 (latest release 26.28.59).
Frequently asked questions
Is Azul Zulu 20 still safe to use?
Azul Zulu 20 reached end of life on 19 Sept 2023, 1,055 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Azul Zulu 20?
Yes — the final release (20.32.11) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Azul Zulu 20 to?
Upgrade to Azul Zulu 26, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Sept 2026).