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Spring FrameworkEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status
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FrameworksLatest Version: 7.0.9Latest Release: Aug 20, 2026
Spring Framework is the foundational Java application framework providing dependency injection and AOP support.
Support summary
Spring Framework 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
Jul 31, 2027
Spring Framework 7.0 · 307 days left
Supported cycles
1
1 lts
Versions
10
Latest Version
7.0.9
Active Support
1
EOL
9
Lifecycle Timeline
Dec 13, 2012As of Sep 27, 2026
7.0Active · Jul 31, 2027
6.2EOL · Jun 30, 2026
6.1EOL · Jun 30, 2025
6.0EOL · Jun 30, 2024
5.3EOL · Aug 31, 2024
5.2EOL · Dec 31, 2021
5.1EOL · Dec 31, 2020
5.0EOL · Dec 31, 2020
4.3EOL · Dec 31, 2020
3.2EOL · Dec 31, 2016
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.0 | Nov 30, 2025 | Maintained | Jul 31, 2027 | 7.0.9 | No | Active |
| 6.2 | Nov 30, 2024 | Ended | Jun 30, 2026 | 6.2.19 | No | EOL |
| 6.1 | Nov 30, 2023 | Ended | Jun 30, 2025 | 6.1.21 | No | EOL |
| 6.0 | Nov 30, 2022 | Ended | Jun 30, 2024 | 6.0.23 | No | EOL |
| 5.3 | Oct 31, 2020 | Ended | Aug 31, 2024 | 5.3.39 | Yes | EOL |
| 5.2 | Sep 30, 2019 | Ended | Dec 31, 2021 | 5.2.25 | No | EOL |
| 5.1 | Sep 30, 2018 | Ended | Dec 31, 2020 | 5.1.20 | No | EOL |
| 5.0 | Sep 28, 2017 | Ended | Dec 31, 2020 | 5.0.20 | No | EOL |
| 4.3 | Jun 10, 2016 | Ended | Dec 31, 2020 | 4.3.30 | No | EOL |
| 3.2 | Dec 13, 2012 | Ended | Dec 31, 2016 | 3.2.18 | No | EOL |
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Which versions of Spring Framework have reached end of life?
The following Spring Framework versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 6.2, 6.1, 6.0, 5.3, 5.2, 5.1, 5.0, 4.3 (and 1 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Spring Framework 6.2?
Spring Framework 6.2 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 Spring Framework?
The latest version of Spring Framework is 7.0.9, released in the 7.0 release cycle.
How many versions of Spring Framework are currently supported?
Spring Framework currently has 1 actively supported version(s): 7.0.
When does Spring Framework 7.0 reach end of life?
Spring Framework 7.0 is scheduled to reach end of life on Jul 31, 2027.
What should I do when Spring Framework reaches end of life?
When a Spring Framework 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.