Oracle JDK 6 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Oracle JDK 6 reached end of life on 31 Dec 2018. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Oracle JDK release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 12 Dec 2006 | — |
| End of life | 31 Dec 2018 | 7.6 years ago |
| Latest release | 6u211 · 16 Oct 2018 | final |
Where to go from 6
Recommended target: Oracle JDK 26 (supported until 18 Sept 2026).
The newest actively supported branch is Oracle JDK 26 (latest release 26.0.2).
Frequently asked questions
Is Oracle JDK 6 still safe to use?
Oracle JDK 6 reached end of life on 31 Dec 2018, 2,778 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Oracle JDK 6?
Yes — the final release (6u211) 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 6 to?
Upgrade to Oracle JDK 26, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 18 Sept 2026).