PostgreSQL Lifecycle: End Of Life And Support Status
Last updated on November 10, 2023
Like the SQL Server, the PostgreSQL is also a database management system. The key difference between the two is PostgreSQL is an open-source system, whereas SQL Server is owned by Microsoft.
PostgreSQL is a stable, object-relational database management system that has been around for more than 35 years. It is ideal for read-write operations, large datasets, and complex queries.
Support status guide
End of life (EOL) is the end of a product’s useful life. When a product reaches the end of its life cycle, the manufacturer no longer supports it. The following table explains the different phases of a product’s lifecycle. Testing status is when the product is initially released and EOL is when product support is no longer offered. The time between these two points is the support timeframe.
Testing
The software is not yet publicly available. It is in testing phase i.e., alpha, beta, release preview etc.
Active
The software is actively supported by the vendor.
Phasing Out
The software will soon reach its end of life. You need to look for upgrade or migration options. The software will automatically go into phasing out status 2 months before end of life.
End Of Life
The software is no longer supported by the vendor. You need to make sure your system and environment are safe.
Version
Released
Active Support
PostgreSQL receives active support for 5 years after its release. During this time, it will receive bug fixes and security updates. When the 5 years are up, the version will receive one last minor update to address any outstanding issues, and will then be considered as unsupported.
Moreover, every supported version will receive a security patch via a minor update at least once every 3 months. Moreover, if the community feels that there is a critical bug that needs fixes, a minor release will be published outside of the scheduled release.
To learn more about the versioning and support of the PostgreSQL software, refer to its official website.
EOLs
