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Apache ActiveMQ ClassicEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status
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MiddlewareLatest Version: 6.2.10Latest Release: Sep 22, 2026
Apache ActiveMQ is an open-source message broker implementing JMS and other messaging protocols.
Support summary
Apache ActiveMQ Classic currently has supported cycles. Track the next EOL date and validate upgrades before your change window.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
No announced EOL date is currently listed.
Supported cycles
3
0 lts
Versions
24
Latest Version
6.2.10
Active Support
3
EOL
21
Lifecycle Timeline
Aug 2, 2016As of Sep 27, 2026
6.3Active · Date not announced
6.2Active · Date not announced
5.19Active · Date not announced
6.1EOL · Dec 2, 2025
6.0EOL · Mar 17, 2024
5.18EOL · Mar 11, 2025
5.17EOL · Apr 12, 2024
5.16EOL · Mar 18, 2023
5.15EOL · Mar 9, 2022
5.14EOL · Jun 27, 2017
ActiveSecurityEOLHistorical phase unknown
Bars show history up to the snapshot date. Gray intervals lack dated support boundaries; arrows indicate an unannounced EOL date, not a support guarantee.
Versions
| Release | Release Date | Active Support | EOL | Latest Version | LTS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.3 | Jul 24, 2026 | Maintained | Date not announced | 6.3.2 | No | Active |
| 6.2 | Nov 9, 2025 | Maintained | Date not announced | 6.2.10 | No | Active |
| 5.19 | Mar 7, 2025 | Maintained | Date not announced | 5.19.11 | No | Active |
| 6.1 | Mar 11, 2024 | Ended | Dec 2, 2025 | 6.1.8 | No | EOL |
| 6.0 | Nov 14, 2023 | Ended | Mar 17, 2024 | 6.0.1 | No | EOL |
| 5.18 | Mar 18, 2023 | Ended | Mar 11, 2025 | 5.18.7 | No | EOL |
| 5.17 | Mar 9, 2022 | Ended | Apr 12, 2024 | 5.17.7 | No | EOL |
| 5.16 | Jun 25, 2020 | Ended | Mar 18, 2023 | 5.16.8 | No | EOL |
| 5.15 | Jun 27, 2017 | Ended | Mar 9, 2022 | 5.15.16 | No | EOL |
| 5.14 | Aug 2, 2016 | Ended | Jun 27, 2017 | 5.14.5 | No | EOL |
| 5.13 | Nov 30, 2015 | Ended | Dec 16, 2016 | 5.13.5 | No | EOL |
| 5.12 | Aug 10, 2015 | Ended | Feb 3, 2016 | 5.12.3 | No | EOL |
| 5.11 | Jan 30, 2015 | Ended | Feb 3, 2016 | 5.11.4 | No | EOL |
| 5.10 | Jun 5, 2014 | Ended | Feb 13, 2015 | 5.10.2 | No | EOL |
| 5.9 | Oct 14, 2013 | Ended | Jun 5, 2014 | 5.9.1 | No | EOL |
| 5.8 | Feb 6, 2013 | Ended | Oct 14, 2013 | 5.8.0 | No | EOL |
| 5.7 | Oct 2, 2012 | Ended | Feb 6, 2013 | 5.7.0 | No | EOL |
| 5.6 | May 2, 2012 | Ended | Oct 2, 2012 | 5.6.0 | No | EOL |
| 5.5 | Mar 28, 2011 | Ended | May 2, 2012 | 5.5.1 | No | EOL |
| 5.4 | Aug 13, 2010 | Ended | Oct 12, 2011 | 5.4.3 | No | EOL |
| 5.3 | Oct 23, 2009 | Ended | Aug 13, 2010 | 5.3.1 | No | EOL |
| 5.2 | Jun 30, 2009 | Ended | Oct 23, 2009 | 5.2.0 | No | EOL |
| 5.1 | May 1, 2008 | Ended | Jun 30, 2009 | 5.1.0 | No | EOL |
| 5.0 | Dec 7, 2007 | Ended | May 1, 2008 | 5.0.0 | No | EOL |
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Which versions of Apache ActiveMQ Classic have reached end of life?
The following Apache ActiveMQ Classic versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 6.1, 6.0, 5.18, 5.17, 5.16, 5.15, 5.14, 5.13 (and 13 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Apache ActiveMQ Classic 6.1?
Apache ActiveMQ Classic 6.1 has reached end of life and no longer receives security patches or bug fixes. Continuing to use it may expose your systems to known vulnerabilities. We strongly recommend upgrading to a supported version.
What is the latest version of Apache ActiveMQ Classic?
The latest version of Apache ActiveMQ Classic is 6.2.10, released in the 6.2 release cycle.
How many versions of Apache ActiveMQ Classic are currently supported?
Apache ActiveMQ Classic currently has 3 actively supported version(s): 6.3, 6.2, 5.19.
When does Apache ActiveMQ Classic 6.3 reach end of life?
Apache ActiveMQ Classic 6.3 does not have a specific end-of-life date announced yet.
What should I do when Apache ActiveMQ Classic reaches end of life?
When a Apache ActiveMQ Classic version reaches end of life, you should: 1) Plan your migration to a supported version as soon as possible. 2) Review the release notes for breaking changes. 3) Test your applications thoroughly in a staging environment. 4) Update your dependencies to ensure compatibility with the new version.