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Azure Database for MySQLEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status
Active
OtherLatest Version: 8.4Latest Release: N/A
Support summary
Azure Database for MySQL 5.7 reaches EOL in 3 days. Start upgrade planning and compatibility testing now.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
Sep 30, 2026
Azure Database for MySQL 5.7 · 3 days left
Supported cycles
3
0 lts
Versions
3
Latest Version
8.4
Active Support
3
EOL
0
Lifecycle Timeline
Mar 20, 2018As of Sep 27, 2026
8.4Active · Date not announced
8.0Active · Jan 31, 2027
5.7Active · Sep 30, 2026
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.4 | Sep 1, 2025 | Maintained | Date not announced | 8.4 | No | Active |
| 8.0 | Dec 11, 2019 | Maintained | Jan 31, 2027 | 8.0 | No | Active |
| 5.7 | Mar 20, 2018 | Maintained | Sep 30, 2026 | 5.7 | No | Active |
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<a href="https://eol.wiki/azure-database-for-mysql/"><img src="https://eol.wiki/badge/azure-database-for-mysql.svg" alt="Azure Database for MySQL end-of-life status" height="20"></a>Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to continue using Azure Database for MySQL 5.7?
Azure Database for MySQL 5.7 is currently supported and receiving updates. You can continue using it safely until its end-of-life date.
What is the latest version of Azure Database for MySQL?
The latest version of Azure Database for MySQL is 8.4, released in the 8.4 release cycle.
How many versions of Azure Database for MySQL are currently supported?
Azure Database for MySQL currently has 3 actively supported version(s): 8.4, 8.0, 5.7.
When does Azure Database for MySQL 8.4 reach end of life?
Azure Database for MySQL 8.4 does not have a specific end-of-life date announced yet.
What should I do when Azure Database for MySQL reaches end of life?
When a Azure Database for MySQL 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.