Apache RocketMQEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status

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Server SoftwareLatest Version: 5.5.1Latest Release: Aug 20, 2026

Apache RocketMQ is a distributed messaging and streaming platform originally developed by Alibaba, offering low latency, high throughput, and financial-grade reliability.

Support summary

Apache RocketMQ 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

2 lts

Versions

Latest Version

5.5.1

Active Support

EOL

Lifecycle Timeline

Aug 23, 2021As of Sep 27, 2026

5.5Active · Date not announced

5.4Active · Date not announced

5.3Active · Date not announced

5.0EOL · Ended; date not announced

4.9EOL · Ended; date not announced

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
5.5	Apr 10, 2026	Maintained	Date not announced	5.5.1	No	Active
5.4	Dec 24, 2025	Maintained	Date not announced	5.4.0	No	Active
5.3	Nov 26, 2025	Maintained	Date not announced	5.3.4	Yes	Active
5.0	Sep 22, 2022	Ended	Ended; date not announced	5.0.0	No	EOL
4.9	Aug 23, 2021	Ended	Ended; date not announced	4.9.8	Yes	EOL

Data sources

Sources

Official GitHub release 5.5.1

Last verified

Jun 24, 2026

Community-maintained lifecycle data. Verify against official release notes before production migration.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which versions of Apache RocketMQ have reached end of life?

The following Apache RocketMQ versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 5.0, 4.9. It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.

Is it safe to continue using Apache RocketMQ 5.0?

Apache RocketMQ 5.0 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 RocketMQ?

The latest version of Apache RocketMQ is 5.5.1, released in the 5.5 release cycle.

How many versions of Apache RocketMQ are currently supported?

Apache RocketMQ currently has 3 actively supported version(s): 5.5, 5.4, 5.3.

When does Apache RocketMQ 5.5 reach end of life?

Apache RocketMQ 5.5 does not have a specific end-of-life date announced yet.

What should I do when Apache RocketMQ reaches end of life?

When a Apache RocketMQ 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.