Eclipse Temurin 16 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Eclipse Temurin 16 reached end of life on 30 Sept 2021. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Eclipse Temurin release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 30 Jul 2021 | — |
| End of life | 30 Sept 2021 | 4.9 years ago |
| Latest release | 16.0.2+7 · 30 Jul 2021 | final |
Where to go from 16
Recommended target: Eclipse Temurin 26 (supported until 15 Sept 2026).
The newest actively supported branch is Eclipse Temurin 26 (latest release 26.0.2+10).
Frequently asked questions
Is Eclipse Temurin 16 still safe to use?
Eclipse Temurin 16 reached end of life on 30 Sept 2021, 1,774 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Eclipse Temurin 16?
Yes — the final release (16.0.2+7) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Eclipse Temurin 16 to?
Upgrade to Eclipse Temurin 26, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 15 Sept 2026).