Oracle Database 10.1 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Oracle Database 10.1 reached end of life on 31 Jan 2009. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Oracle Database release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 8 Sept 2003 | — |
| End of life | 31 Jan 2009 | 17.5 years ago |
| Extended support ends | 1 Jan 2012 | over |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 10.1
Recommended target: Oracle Database 23 (supported until 31 Dec 2031).
The newest actively supported branch is Oracle Database 23 (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is Oracle Database 10.1 still safe to use?
Oracle Database 10.1 reached end of life on 31 Jan 2009, 6,399 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Oracle Database 10.1?
Yes — the final release (10.1) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Oracle Database 10.1 to?
Upgrade to Oracle Database 23, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 31 Dec 2031).