MySQL 5.5 end of life (EOL) date and support status
End of life End of life since 2018-12-31 (2838 days ago)
Upgrade: MySQL 5.5 no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: 9.7, 8.4.
| Product | MySQL |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 5.5 |
| Status | End of life |
| Released | 2010-12-03 |
| Active support until | 2015-12-31 |
| End of life | 2018-12-31 |
| Latest version | 5.5.63 (2018-12-21) |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
All MySQL versions → · Source: endoflife.date
Frequently asked questions
Is MySQL 5.5 end of life?
Yes. End of life since 2018-12-31 (2838 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.
When does MySQL 5.5 reach end of life?
MySQL 5.5 reached end of life on 2018-12-31.
When was MySQL 5.5 released?
MySQL 5.5 was first released on 2010-12-03.
What is the latest MySQL 5.5 version?
The latest 5.5 release is 5.5.63, published on 2018-12-21.
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