Apache Grails Framework 1 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Apache Grails Framework 1 reached end of life on 1 May 2012. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Apache Grails Framework release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 14 May 2009 | — |
| End of life | 1 May 2012 | 14.3 years ago |
| Latest release | 1.3.9 · 16 Jan 2015 | final |
Where to go from 1
Recommended target: Apache Grails Framework 7.
The newest actively supported branch is Apache Grails Framework 7 (latest release 7.2.2).
Frequently asked questions
Is Apache Grails Framework 1 still safe to use?
Apache Grails Framework 1 reached end of life on 1 May 2012, 5,213 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Apache Grails Framework 1?
Yes — the final release (1.3.9) 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 Grails Framework 1 to?
Upgrade to Apache Grails Framework 7, the newest actively supported branch.