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Redis Cloud balances customer control with automated maintenance to ensure your databases run secure, stable, and performant Redis versions.
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Redis Cloud gives you control over major version upgrades, while minor version upgrades are managed automatically to simplify operations and reduce the risk of compatibility issues.
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**We strongly recommend using the latest available version** to benefit from the newest features, performance improvements, and security updates.
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## Version policy
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## Supported versions
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Starting with Redis 8.2 (October 2025), Redis Cloud manages minor version upgrades automatically:
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| Version | Type | Status | EOL Date | Plans |
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| **Redis 8.2** | STS | GA | TBD | Essentials, Pro |
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| **Redis 8.0** | STS | *Preview | May 1, 2026 | Essentials |
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| **Redis 7.4** | LTS | GA | Apr 30, 2028 | Essentials, Pro |
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| **Redis 7.2** | LTS | *GA | Oct 30, 2027 | Essentials, Pro |
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| **Redis 6.2** | LTS | GA | 2026 | Pro |
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- **You choose the major version** (7.8) when creating a database
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- **We automatically upgrade minor versions** within that major version (7.8.2 → 7.8.4 → 7.8.6)
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- **You control major upgrades** (7.8 → 8.2) - these always require your explicit action
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- **You can opt out** of automatic minor upgrades (Pro plans only)
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### Version types
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In the Redis versioning scheme:
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- **major versions** are represented by the first two numbers (e.g., 7.4)
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- **minor versions** are represented by the third number (e.g., 7.4.2)
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## Version support models
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Redis Cloud uses two version support models:
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### LTS (Long-Term Support)
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LTS versions are the final minor release of each major version and receive **5 years of extended support**. These versions are ideal for:
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- Production environments requiring stability
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- Applications with infrequent upgrade cycles
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- Enterprise deployments with strict change management
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**Current LTS versions**: Redis 6.2, 7.2, 7.4
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### STS (Short-Term Support)
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**EOL (End of life)**: Databases on EOL versions are not supported. If auto-upgrades are enabled, Redis Cloud will automatically upgrade your database to the following version.
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**LTS (Long-Term Support)**: Final minor release of a major version with 5-year extended support.
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**STS (Short-Term Support)**: All other minor releases, supported for 6 months after the next minor release.
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*Redis 8.0 is not available for new databases.
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STS versions include all minor releases except the final one in each major version. These versions:
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## New version policy (Redis 8.2+)
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- Receive support for **6 months** after the next minor release
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- Provide access to the latest features and improvements
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- Are automatically upgraded when they reach end-of-life
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Starting October 2025:
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**Current STS versions**: Redis 8.0, 8.2
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- **You select**: Major version only (e.g., Redis 8)
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- **We manage**: Minor versions automatically within your selected major version
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- **You control**: Opt out of auto-upgrades if preferred; major upgrades always require your action
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### End-of-life (EOL)
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## How it works
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When a version reaches EOL:
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- Technical support is no longer provided
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- Security updates are not available
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- Databases are automatically upgraded to the next supported version (if auto-upgrades are enabled)
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### Version selection
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## How version selection works
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**New databases**: Select major version only (Redis 6, 7, or 8). You get the latest minor automatically.
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### For new databases
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**Minor upgrades**:
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- **Redis 8+**: Auto-upgrade enabled by default (can opt out for Pro)
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- **Redis 7 and earlier**: Manual upgrades only
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When creating a database, you select the **major version only**. Redis Cloud automatically provides the latest minor version within that major version.
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### For existing databases
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- **Redis 8+**: Minor versions are managed automatically (with opt-out available for Pro)
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- **Redis 7 and earlier**: You control all version upgrades manually
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### Plan differences
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| Feature | Essentials | Pro |
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| Auto minor upgrades | Always on | Default on, can disable |
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| Auto minor upgrades (Redis 8+) | Always enabled | Default enabled, can disable |
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| Manual upgrades | No | Yes |
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| Maintenance window | Standard | Configurable |
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## Supported versions
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If you opt out of auto-upgrades and reach EOL, Redis Cloud will force upgrade after notifications.
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**We strongly recommend using the latest available version** to benefit from the newest features, performance improvements, and security updates.
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## Upgrading databases
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### Manual upgrades (Pro)
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1. Select your database: **More actions** > **Version upgrade**
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2. Choose target version: **Upgrade**
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| Version | Type | Status | EOL Date | Plans |
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| **Redis 8.2** | STS | GA | TBD | Essentials, Pro |
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| **Redis 8.0** | STS | *Preview | May 1, 2026 | Essentials |
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| **Redis 7.4** | LTS | GA | Apr 30, 2028 | Essentials, Pro |
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| **Redis 7.2** | LTS | *GA | Oct 30, 2027 | Essentials, Pro |
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| **Redis 6.2** | LTS | GA | 2026 | Pro |
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Before upgrading: [Back up your data]({{< relref "/operate/rc/databases/back-up-data" >}}), review [breaking changes]({{< relref "/operate/rc/changelog/version-release-notes" >}}), and plan for off-peak hours.
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*Redis 8.0 is not available for new databases.
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### Auto-upgrade settings (Pro)
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## Manual upgrades
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**Enable/disable**: **Database details** > **Configuration** > **General** > **Auto-upgrade minor versions**
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### Before upgrading
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**Maintenance windows**: **Subscription details** > **Maintenance** > **Set preferred window**
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- Review the [breaking changes]({{< relref "/operate/rc/changelog/version-release-notes" >}}) for your target version to ensure compatibility with your applications.
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- [Back up your data]({{< relref "/operate/rc/databases/back-up-data" >}}), review [breaking changes]({{< relref "/operate/rc/changelog/version-release-notes" >}}), and plan for off-peak hours.
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## Compatibility
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Redis Cloud Pro users can upgrade their databases at any time:
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Redis follows [Semantic Versioning](https://semver.org/): **MAJOR.MINOR.PATCH**
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1. Select your database: **More actions** > **Version upgrade**
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2. Choose target version: **Upgrade**
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- No breaking changes in minor releases
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- No performance regressions in minor releases
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- Backwards compatibility within major versions
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For information about automatic minor version upgrades and configuration options, see [Database configuration]({{< relref "/operate/rc/databases/view-edit-database" >}}).
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## FAQ
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**How do I identify LTS vs STS?**
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Check the [supported versions table](#supported-versions) or database creation interface.
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Check the [supported versions table](#supported-versions).

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