Question 1

What happens when Apache Couchdb reaches end of life?

Accepted Answer

When Apache Couchdb reaches end of life, it stops receiving security patches, bug fixes, and new features. Currently, 2 Apache Couchdb versions are already EOL. The latest supported version is Apache Couchdb 3.5. Running an EOL version exposes your systems to unpatched security vulnerabilities with no official fix available.

Question 2

Is Apache Couchdb 3.5 still supported?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Apache Couchdb 3.5 is actively supported. It receives security patches and bug fixes. Check the version table above for the full list of supported Apache Couchdb releases and their exact end-of-life dates.

Question 3

Is it safe to use Apache Couchdb after end of life?

Accepted Answer

No. Running Apache Couchdb after EOL is not safe for production systems. Once a version reaches end of life, newly discovered CVEs are published publicly but never patched — leaving your systems permanently exposed. The only safe path is upgrading to an actively supported Apache Couchdb release.

Question 4

How to upgrade from Apache Couchdb 3.3 to Apache Couchdb 3.x?

Accepted Answer

To upgrade Apache Couchdb from 3.3 to 3.5: (1) review the official migration guide for breaking changes, (2) test your application against the new version in a staging environment, (3) update dependencies that have version constraints, (4) run your full test suite, (5) deploy with a rollback plan. The earlier you start, the more time you have to resolve compatibility issues before EOL.

Question 5

When is the next Apache Couchdb LTS version?

Accepted Answer

Not all Apache Couchdb releases have a designated LTS status. Check the version table above — LTS releases are marked with an "LTS" badge. Refer to the official Apache Couchdb release policy for information on upcoming long-term support versions.

Question 6

How long does Apache Couchdb support each version?

Accepted Answer

On average, Apache Couchdb supports each release for approximately 33 months (~2.8 years).  The exact EOL date for each version is listed in the table above.

Version	Released	Active support	EOL date	Until EOL	Latest	CVEs	Status
3.5	May 5, 2025	—	No	—	3.5.2	—	Active
3.4	Sep 20, 2024	—	No	—	3.4.3	—	Active
3.3	Dec 28, 2022	—	May 5, 2025	400d ago	3.3.3	—	EOL
3.2	Oct 8, 2021	—	Sep 20, 2024	627d ago	3.2.3	—	EOL

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