SonarQube Server 9 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
SonarQube Server 9 reached end of life on 20 Jan 2025. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the SonarQube Server release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 5 Jul 2021 | — |
| End of life | 20 Jan 2025 | 1.6 years ago |
| Active support ended | 30 Mar 2023 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 9.9.8 · 25 Nov 2024 | final |
Where to go from 9
Recommended target: SonarQube Server 2026.4.
The newest actively supported branch is SonarQube Server 2026.4 (latest release 2026.4.1).
Frequently asked questions
Is SonarQube Server 9 still safe to use?
SonarQube Server 9 reached end of life on 20 Jan 2025, 566 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download SonarQube Server 9?
Yes — the final release (9.9.8) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade SonarQube Server 9 to?
Upgrade to SonarQube Server 2026.4, the newest actively supported branch.