Oracle JDK 8 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Oracle JDK 8 reached end of life on 31 Mar 2022. Standard support is over — security updates now require extended support, which runs to 31 Dec 2030.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Oracle JDK release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 18 Mar 2014 | 12y 7mo ago |
| Premier Support ended | 31 Mar 2022 | 4y 6mo ago |
| Extended Support ends | 31 Dec 2030 | in 4y 3mo |
| Latest release | 8u503 · 18 Aug 2026 | final |
Where to go from 8
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 8 still safe to use?
Oracle JDK 8 left standard support on 31 Mar 2022. It still receives security updates under extended support until 31 Dec 2030 — 1,548 days from now — but only if you are enrolled. Without it, no fixes reach you.
Can I still download Oracle JDK 8?
Yes — the final release (8u503) 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 8 to?
Upgrade to Oracle JDK 27, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 31 Mar 2027).