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Alibaba Dragonwell
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Runtimes & JDKsLatest Version: 25.0.3.0.3+9Latest Release: May 9, 2026
Alibaba Dragonwell is a free, production-ready OpenJDK distribution by Alibaba, optimized for cloud workloads.
Support summary
Alibaba Dragonwell 8 reaches EOL in 6 days. Start upgrade planning and compatibility testing now.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
Jun 30, 2026
Alibaba Dragonwell 8 · 6 days left
Supported cycles
5
5 lts
Versions
5
Latest Version
25.0.3.0.3+9
Active Support
5
EOL
0
Lifecycle Timeline
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Active SupportSecurity SupportEOL
Versions
| Release | Release Date | Active Support | EOL | Latest Version | LTS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | Sep 24, 2025 | Yes | Sep 30, 2029 | 25.0.3.0.3+9 | Yes | Active |
| 21 | Nov 24, 2023 | Yes | Nov 30, 2029 | 21.0.11.0.11+10 | Yes | Active |
| 17 | Oct 18, 2021 | Yes | Sep 30, 2027 | 17.0.19.0.20+10 | Yes | Active |
| 11 | Jul 20, 2020 | Yes | Sep 30, 2027 | 11.0.31.27 | Yes | Active |
| 8 | Jun 24, 2019 | Yes | Jun 30, 2026 | 8.29.28 | Yes | Active |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to continue using Alibaba Dragonwell 8?
Alibaba Dragonwell 8 is currently supported and receiving updates. You can continue using it safely until its end-of-life date.
What is the latest version of Alibaba Dragonwell?
The latest version of Alibaba Dragonwell is 25.0.3.0.3+9, released in the 25 release cycle.
How many versions of Alibaba Dragonwell are currently supported?
Alibaba Dragonwell currently has 5 actively supported version(s): 25, 21, 17, 11, 8.
When does Alibaba Dragonwell 25 reach end of life?
Alibaba Dragonwell 25 is scheduled to reach end of life on Sep 30, 2029.
What should I do when Alibaba Dragonwell reaches end of life?
When a Alibaba Dragonwell 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.