Oracle JDK 24 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Oracle JDK 24 reached end of life on 16 Sept 2025. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Oracle JDK release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 18 Mar 2025 | 1y 7mo ago |
| Premier Support ended | 16 Sept 2025 | 1y 1mo ago |
| Latest release | 24.0.2 · 15 Jul 2025 | final |
Where to go from 24
Recommended target: Oracle JDK 27 (supported until 31 Mar 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Oracle JDK 27 (latest release 27).
Frequently asked questions
Is Oracle JDK 24 still safe to use?
Oracle JDK 24 reached end of life on 16 Sept 2025, 384 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Oracle JDK 24?
Yes — the final release (24.0.2) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Oracle JDK 24 to?
Upgrade to Oracle JDK 27, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 31 Mar 2027).