Azure DevOps Server 2005 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Azure DevOps Server 2005 reached end of life on 12 Jul 2016. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Azure DevOps Server release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 17 Jun 2006 | 20y 4mo ago |
| Active Support ended | 12 Jul 2011 | security fixes only after this |
| Security Support ended | 12 Jul 2016 | 10y 3mo ago |
| Latest release | 2005.SP2 · 21 Mar 2007 | final |
Where to go from 2005
Recommended target: Azure DevOps Server continuous.
The newest actively supported branch is Azure DevOps Server continuous (latest release Patch 8).
Frequently asked questions
Is Azure DevOps Server 2005 still safe to use?
Azure DevOps Server 2005 reached end of life on 12 Jul 2016, 3,737 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Azure DevOps Server 2005?
Yes — the final release (2005.SP2) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Azure DevOps Server 2005 to?
Upgrade to Azure DevOps Server continuous, the newest actively supported branch.