Microsoft SQL Server 13.0-sp3-acp End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Microsoft SQL Server 13.0-sp3-acp reached end of life on 14 Jul 2026. Standard support is over — security updates now require extended support, which runs to 17 Jul 2029.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Microsoft SQL Server release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 19 May 2022 | 4y 5mo ago |
| Security Support ended | 14 Jul 2026 | 3mo ago |
| Extended Security Updates ends | 17 Jul 2029 | in 2y 9mo |
| Latest release | 13.0.7095.1 Azure Connect pack+GDR · 14 Jul 2026 | final |
Where to go from 13.0-sp3-acp
Recommended target: Microsoft SQL Server 17.0 (supported until 6 Jan 2036).
The newest actively supported branch is Microsoft SQL Server 17.0 (latest release 17.0.5005.3 CU9).
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft SQL Server 13.0-sp3-acp still safe to use?
Microsoft SQL Server 13.0-sp3-acp left standard support on 14 Jul 2026. It still receives security updates under extended support until 17 Jul 2029 — 1,016 days from now — but only if you are enrolled. Without it, no fixes reach you.
Can I still download Microsoft SQL Server 13.0-sp3-acp?
Yes — the final release (13.0.7095.1 Azure Connect pack+GDR) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Microsoft SQL Server 13.0-sp3-acp to?
Upgrade to Microsoft SQL Server 17.0, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 6 Jan 2036).