Jira Software 7.9 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Jira Software 7.9 reached end of life on 9 Apr 2020. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Jira Software release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 8 Apr 2018 | 8y 6mo ago |
| Support ended | 9 Apr 2020 | 6y 6mo ago |
| Latest release | 7.9.2 · 8 May 2018 | final |
Where to go from 7.9
Recommended target: Jira Software 11.3 (supported until 3 Dec 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Jira Software 11.3 (latest release 11.3.12).
Frequently asked questions
Is Jira Software 7.9 still safe to use?
Jira Software 7.9 reached end of life on 9 Apr 2020, 2,373 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Jira Software 7.9?
Yes — the final release (7.9.2) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Jira Software 7.9 to?
Upgrade to Jira Software 11.3, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 3 Dec 2027).