Question 1

What happens when Azure Database For Postgresql reaches end of life?

Accepted Answer

When Azure Database For Postgresql reaches end of life, it stops receiving security patches, bug fixes, and new features.  The latest supported version is Azure Database For Postgresql 18, maintained until November 14, 2030. Running an EOL version exposes your systems to unpatched security vulnerabilities with no official fix available.

Question 2

Is Azure Database For Postgresql 18 still supported?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Azure Database For Postgresql 18 is actively supported until November 14, 2030. It receives security patches and bug fixes. Check the version table above for the full list of supported Azure Database For Postgresql releases and their exact end-of-life dates.

Question 3

Is it safe to use Azure Database For Postgresql after end of life?

Accepted Answer

No. Running Azure Database For Postgresql 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 Azure Database For Postgresql release.

Question 4

How to upgrade from Azure Database For Postgresql 17 to Azure Database For Postgresql 18.x?

Accepted Answer

To upgrade Azure Database For Postgresql from 17 to 18: (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 Azure Database For Postgresql LTS version?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

How long does Azure Database For Postgresql support each version?

Accepted Answer

On average, Azure Database For Postgresql supports each release for approximately 64 months (~5.3 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
18	Sep 25, 2025	—	Nov 14, 2030	in 1619d	—	—	Active
17	Sep 30, 2024	—	Nov 8, 2029	in 1248d	—	—	Active
16	Oct 15, 2023	—	Nov 9, 2028	in 884d	—	—	Active
15	May 15, 2023	—	Nov 11, 2027	in 520d	—	—	Active
14	Jun 29, 2022	—	Nov 12, 2026	in 156d	—	—	Active
13	May 25, 2021	—	Jul 31, 2026	in 52d	—	—	EOL soon
12	Sep 22, 2020	—	Jul 31, 2026	in 52d	—	—	EOL soon
11	Jul 24, 2019	—	Jul 31, 2026	in 52d	—	—	EOL soon

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