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Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL
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DatabasesLatest Version: 18.6Latest Release: Aug 25, 2026
Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL is a managed relational database service running PostgreSQL on AWS.
Support summary
Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL 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
Feb 28, 2027
Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL 14 · 162 days left
Supported cycles
5
0 lts
Versions
10
Latest Version
18.6
Active Support
5
EOL
5
Lifecycle Timeline
Nov 11, 2016As of Sep 19, 2026
18Active · Feb 28, 2031
17Active · Feb 28, 2030
16Active · Feb 28, 2029
15Active · Feb 29, 2028
14Active · Feb 28, 2027
13EOL · Feb 28, 2026
12EOL · Feb 28, 2025
11EOL · Feb 29, 2024
10EOL · Apr 30, 2023
9.6EOL · Apr 30, 2022
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | Nov 14, 2025 | Maintained | Feb 28, 2031 | 18.6 | No | Active |
| 17 | Nov 14, 2024 | Maintained | Feb 28, 2030 | 17.11 | No | Active |
| 16 | Nov 17, 2023 | Maintained | Feb 28, 2029 | 16.15 | No | Active |
| 15 | Feb 27, 2023 | Maintained | Feb 29, 2028 | 15.19 | No | Active |
| 14 | Feb 3, 2022 | Maintained | Feb 28, 2027 | 14.24 | No | Active |
| 13 | Feb 24, 2021 | Ended | Feb 28, 2026 | 13.23 | No | EOL |
| 12 | Mar 31, 2020 | Ended | Feb 28, 2025 | 12.22 | No | EOL |
| 11 | Mar 13, 2019 | Ended | Feb 29, 2024 | 11.22 | No | EOL |
| 10 | Feb 27, 2018 | Ended | Apr 30, 2023 | 10.23 | No | EOL |
| 9.6 | Nov 11, 2016 | Ended | Apr 30, 2022 | 9.6.24 | No | EOL |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which versions of Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL have reached end of life?
The following Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 13, 12, 11, 10, 9.6. It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL 13?
Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL 13 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 Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL?
The latest version of Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL is 18.6, released in the 18 release cycle.
How many versions of Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL are currently supported?
Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL currently has 5 actively supported version(s): 18, 17, 16, 15, 14.
When does Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL 18 reach end of life?
Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL 18 is scheduled to reach end of life on Feb 28, 2031.
What should I do when Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL reaches end of life?
When a Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL 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.