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‎content/operate/oss_and_stack/install/version-policy.md‎

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Title: Redis version policy and structure
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description: Describes Redis version management policy and supported versions.
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Redis Open Source uses a version policy that defines how long patches and security updates are provided for each version after release.
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## Version structure
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Redis uses a **MAJOR.MINOR.PATCH** versioning scheme:
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- **Major versions**: Significant changes that may include breaking changes (e.g., Redis 7 → Redis 8)
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- **Minor versions**: New features and improvements within a major version (e.g., 8.2 → 8.4 → 8.6)
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- **Patch versions**: Bug fixes and security updates (e.g., 8.2.1 → 8.2.2)
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## Version support models
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Redis Open Source uses two version support models.
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### LTS (Long-Term Support) {#lts}
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LTS versions are the final minor release of each major version (along with Redis 7.2) and receive **5 years of extended support**, including security updates and major bug fixes.
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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) {#sts}
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STS versions include all minor releases except the final one in each major version. These versions receive security updates and bug fixes for **6 months** after the next minor release.
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**Current STS versions**: Redis 8.0, 8.2
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### End-of-life (EOL) {#eol}
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When a version reaches EOL, bug fixes and security updates will no longer be released. Users are encouraged to upgrade to the latest minor version within the same major version.
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## Supported versions
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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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{{< /note >}}
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| Version | Type | Status | EOL Date |
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| **Redis 8.2** | STS | GA | TBD |
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| **Redis 8.0** | STS | GA | May 1, 2026 |
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| **Redis 7.4** | LTS | GA | December 1, 2029 |
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| **Redis 7.2** | LTS | GA | December 1, 2029 |
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| **Redis 6.2** | LTS | GA | 2026 |
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‎content/operate/rc/databases/version-management/_index.md‎

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## Version support models
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Redis Cloud uses two version support models.
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Redis Cloud follows the [Redis Open Source version support models]({{< relref "/operate/oss_and_stack/install/version-policy" >}}):
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### LTS (Long-Term Support)
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- [**Long-Term Support (LTS)**]({{< relref "/operate/oss_and_stack/install/version-policy#lts" >}}): 5 years of extended support, including security updates and major bug fixes
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- [**Short-Term Support (STS)**]({{< relref "/operate/oss_and_stack/install/version-policy#sts" >}}): 6 months of support after release of the next minor version, including security updates and bug fixes
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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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When a version reaches [End-of-Life (EOL)]({{< relref "/operate/oss_and_stack/install/version-policy#eol" >}}), Redis Cloud will automatically upgrade your database to the latest minor version during maintenance windows if you do not manually upgrade before EOL.
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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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STS versions include all minor releases except the final one in each major version. These versions:
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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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**Current STS versions**: Redis 8.0, 8.2
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## Supported versions
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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 | 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 | December 1, 2029 | Essentials, Pro |
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| **Redis 7.2** | LTS | GA | December 1, 2029 | Essentials, Pro |
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| **Redis 6.2** | LTS | GA | 2026 | Pro |
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- Technical support is no longer provided
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- Security updates are not available
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| [Automatic upgrade time]({{< relref "/operate/rc/subscriptions/maintenance" >}}) | Standard - between 12 AM and 6 AM region time | Configurable - [Set maintenance windows]({{< relref "/operate/rc/subscriptions/maintenance/set-maintenance-windows" >}}) |
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| **Redis 8.2** | STS | GA | TBD | Essentials, Pro |
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| **Redis 7.2** | LTS | GA | December 1, 2029 | Essentials, Pro |
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Pro users can opt out of minor version auto-upgrades for Redis 8+. If disabled and a version reaches EOL, Redis Cloud will force upgrade during maintenance windows. Major upgrades always require your action.
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**What if I don't upgrade before EOL?**
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Redis Cloud will force upgrade after notifications during your next maintenance window to ensure security and support.
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