Oracle Linux 6 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Oracle Linux 6 reached end of life on 31 Mar 2021. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Oracle Linux release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 12 Feb 2011 | 15y 8mo ago |
| Basic/Premier Support ended | 31 Mar 2021 | 5y 6mo ago |
| Extended Support ended | 31 Dec 2024 | over |
| Latest release | 6.10 · 2 Jul 2018 | final |
Where to go from 6
Recommended target: Oracle Linux 10 (supported until 30 Jun 2035).
The newest actively supported branch is Oracle Linux 10 (latest release 10.1).
Frequently asked questions
Is Oracle Linux 6 still safe to use?
Oracle Linux 6 reached end of life on 31 Mar 2021, 2,014 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Oracle Linux 6?
Yes — the final release (6.10) 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 Linux 6 to?
Upgrade to Oracle Linux 10, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Jun 2035).